Average Rent in Johnstown, PA (2026)
The average 1-bedroom rent in Johnstown, PA is $865/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 20 ZIP codes. Rents have changed +11.4% year over year. Rents range from $790 to $1,270.
Average Rent · 1-Bedroom
$865/mo
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent · 20 zip codes
Year-over-Year
↑ +11.4%
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent
Data through
The average 1-bedroom rent in Johnstown, PA is $865/month according to HUD FY2026 Fair Market Rent data, covering 20 ZIP codes. Rents have increased 11.4% year-over-year. The average 1-bedroom rent in Johnstown is 28% below the national average of $1,196/month.
Average rent in Johnstown, PA ranges from $790 to $1,270 across 20 ZIP codes.
Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a fair rent increase in Johnstown, PA is approximately 11.4% for 2026. An increase above 11.4% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.
Key Facts
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rent, HUD SAFMR, Rentcast. Updated October 2025.
Market trend data is limited for this area. The analysis below uses federal rent benchmarks.
How much is rent in Johnstown, PA?
The average 1-bedroom rent in Johnstown, PA is $865/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 20 ZIP codes. Rents range from $790 to $1,270 depending on neighborhood — a $480/month spread. To afford this at the 30% rule, a household would need approximately $34,600/year.
Is rent going up in Johnstown?
Rents in Johnstown have increased 11.4% year over year based on HUD Fair Market Rent. This is a notably high rate of increase, indicating strong upward rent pressure in Johnstown.
What is a fair rent increase in Johnstown?
Based on HUD Fair Market Rent, a rent increase around 11.4% is in line with the Johnstown market for 2026. An increase above that level exceeds the local trend and may be worth pushing back on. Check your specific increase with RenewalReply's free rent analysis tool.
What Should Rent Cost in Johnstown?
Typical rent ranges based on HUD benchmarks and market data. In areas with limited listing data, ranges reflect federal benchmarks and may be wider than actual market conditions.
A studio in Johnstown typically rents for $859 – $928.
Rents above $1,067 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in Johnstown typically rents for $865 – $934.
Rents above $1,074 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in Johnstown typically rents for $1,058 – $1,143.
Rents above $1,314 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in Johnstown typically rents for $1,462 – $1,579.
Rents above $1,816 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in Johnstown typically rents for $1,518 – $1,639.
Rents above $1,885 are in the top 25% for this area.
Federal Rent Benchmarks for Johnstown
HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks published annually by HUD. They provide a consistent baseline for comparing rents across areas.
Studio
$859
HUD Fair Market Rent
1-Bedroom
$865
HUD Fair Market Rent
2-Bedroom
$1,058
HUD Fair Market Rent
3-Bedroom
$1,462
HUD Fair Market Rent
4-Bedroom
$1,518
HUD Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Zip Codes in Johnstown
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SAFMR rates are zip-specific.
How Does Johnstown Compare?
Questions about rent in Johnstown
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in Johnstown, PA?
The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in Johnstown, PA is $865/month as of 2026, based on HUD rent data across 20 ZIP codes in the city. This is 28% below the national average of $1,196/month. Rents range from $790 to $1,270 depending on ZIP code.
What is a fair rent increase in Johnstown?
A rent increase up to about 11.4% is broadly in line with the recent market trend in Johnstown. Increases above that level are above trend and should be tested against neighborhood-level pricing and comparable rentals. The current average 1-BR rent is $865/month.
Are rents going up or down in Johnstown?
Rents in Johnstown have increased 11.4% year over year based on HUD Fair Market Rent. This reflects local market conditions across 20 ZIP codes in the Johnstown, PA MSA area.
How much do rents vary across Johnstown?
1-bedroom rents across Johnstown range from $790 to $1,270 on this page, a $480/month spread. This shows that rent can vary materially across ZIP codes within the same city, reflecting neighborhood-level differences in housing stock and demand.
Can my landlord raise my rent in Johnstown?
We could not identify a city-specific rent cap for Johnstown. Landlords must still follow applicable state and local notice rules before raising rent at lease renewal. Requirements vary — check your state's landlord-tenant statute for specifics on notice periods and timing.
How much should I spend on rent in Johnstown?
The general guideline is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. With average 1-bedroom rent in Johnstown at $865/month, a household would need approximately $34,600/year in gross income to afford this comfortably. Many renters in high-cost areas spend above this threshold — our free tool can help you assess whether your specific rent is fair for your ZIP code.
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