Berks County, Pennsylvania Housing Market
In Berks County, Pennsylvania, the median home value is $257,300, with a median monthly rent of $1,181. This places Berks County at #854 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #14 within Pennsylvania.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,263
- Establishments: 8,535
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 335
- Multi-family: 247
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 183,863 (avg $79,592)
- Outflow: 179,763 (avg $80,063)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 10 active ZIP codes in Berks County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 19602 | 401.7 | +21.38% | 2025 |
| 2 | 19562 | 317.7 | +20.15% | 2025 |
| 3 | 19555 | 295.7 | +17.27% | 2025 |
| 4 | 19507 | 272.5 | +5.34% | 2025 |
| 5 | 19547 | 273.1 | +10.53% | 2025 |
| 6 | 17067 | 301.1 | +24.93% | 2025 |
| 7 | 19611 | 354.5 | +8.81% | 2025 |
| 8 | 19601 | 375.0 | +3.72% | 2025 |
| 9 | 19526 | 272.1 | +13.58% | 2025 |
| 10 | 17555 | 279.5 | +4.66% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Berks County | Pennsylvania Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $257,300 | $212,079 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,181 | $990 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 71.3% | 74.2% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 18.2 | 17.5 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Berks County is 21.3% above the Pennsylvania state average and 13.0% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,181/month is 19.3% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 18.2, the buy-vs-rent decision in Berks County is balanced. Whether buying or renting makes more sense depends on your time horizon, down payment capacity, and local market conditions.
Berks County has an owner-occupancy rate of 71.3%, compared to 74.2% in Pennsylvania and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more renter-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escambia County | Florida | $257,200 | $1,321 |
| La Crosse County | Wisconsin | $257,000 | $1,059 |
| Waldo County | Maine | $257,700 | $1,021 |
| Pickaway County | Ohio | $256,800 | $1,020 |
| Dinwiddie County | Virginia | $257,800 | $1,224 |
Other Counties in Pennsylvania
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin County | $249,800 | $1,093 | 73.5% |
| York County | $248,600 | $1,193 | 76.3% |
| Montour County | $248,100 | $1,142 | 68.5% |
| Monroe County | $267,600 | $1,393 | 80.2% |
| Adams County | $268,500 | $1,115 | 78.9% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).