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What Is the Average Rent in Essex County, New York?
County · Census ACS 5-Year estimates
The median gross rent in Essex County, New York is $934/month (±$69), based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). The median home value is $211,900 (±$11,846), and the median household income is $71,661/year. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, 2024 5-Year Estimates.
Average Rent in Essex County, New York and Neighbouring Counties
Housing Metrics for Essex County, New York
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Gross Rent | $934 |
| Median Home Value | $211,900 |
| Median Household Income | $71,661 |
| Total Housing Units | 16,342 |
| Renter-Occupied Units | 3,717 |
| Renter-Occupied Share | 23% |
| Households Paying 50%+ Income | 754 households |
Median Rent by Bedroom Count
| Bedroom | Median Rent | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| 1 BR | $801 | -42.1% |
| 2 BR | $1,030 | -44.7% |
| 3 BR | $1,103 | -44.8% |
| 4 BR | $1,364 | -37.9% |
| 5+ BR | $963 | -60.3% |
How does Essex County, New York compare?
Median gross rent ranked against all counties in New York.
Higher rent than 37% of counties in New York · 40th of 62
| # | County | Value |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suffolk County | $2,255 |
| 2 | Nassau County | $2,252 |
| 3 | New York County | $2,197 |
| … 36 more … | ||
| 40 | Essex County(you are here) | $934 |
| … 19 more … | ||
| 60 | Wyoming County | $802 |
| 61 | Cattaraugus County | $770 |
| 62 | Allegany County | $763 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Essex County, New York?
The median gross rent in Essex County, New York is $934/month, based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Gross rent includes contract rent plus utilities. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the average rent for a 2-bedroom in Essex County, New York?
The median rent for a 2-bedroom in Essex County, New York is $1,030/month based on Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024). Margin of error: ±$86. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2024.
What is the median home value in Essex County, New York?
The median home value in Essex County, New York is $211,900 according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
What percentage of renters in Essex County are rent-burdened?
In Essex County, New York, 754 households pay 50% or more of their income for rent. A household is considered rent-burdened when it spends more than 30% of income on housing costs.
What is the median household income in Essex County, New York?
The median household income in Essex County, New York is $71,661/year according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates (2024).
How reliable is Census ACS data for small areas?
The ACS 5-Year estimates combine 60 months of data for more reliable figures in smaller geographies. Each estimate has a margin of error (MOE). For example, the median rent of $934 has a margin of error of ±$69. In very small areas, MOEs can be large relative to the estimate.
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