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Camillus

Pop. 1,424·83rd most expensive in New York·Rental market data updated monthly for Camillus, NY
Median rent (all units)
$1,783/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.5%
Month-over-Month
+4.2%
vs US Median
-$182
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Camillus · $1,783
More affordable than 55% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
43% of income
STRETCHED
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,783/mo, rent takes about 43% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$71,000/yr
Local median income
$50,000/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Camillus's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,120
1 BR
$1,240
2 BR
$1,530
3 BR
$1,870
4 BR+
$2,110
Research median
$1,530/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$21,396/yr
At $1,783/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 2.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+2.5% YoY, +4.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Camillus, NY is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 33.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
1,424
Median income
$50,000
Median age
38.4
Renters
51.5%
Age distribution
19.9%
26.8%
19.7%
21.6%
Under 1819.9%
18–3426.8%
35–5419.7%
55–6412%
65+21.6%
Gender
47.1%
52.9%
Male47.1%
Female52.9%
Race & ethnicity
88.1%
White88.1%
Black2.8%
Hispanic5.1%
Asian2.5%
Other1.5%
Education (25+)
19.1%
39.9%
33.3%
No HS diploma7.8%
HS diploma19.1%
Some college39.9%
Bachelor's+33.3%
Housing tenure
48.5%
51.5%
Owner48.5%
Renter51.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Camillus, NY has changed in 5 years

Income
$49,297 → $50,000
up 1.4%
Population
1,193 → 1,424
up 19.4%
Renter share
45.5% → 51.5%
+6.0 pts
Bachelor's+
21.5% → 33.3%
+11.8 pts
Median age
44.4 → 38.4
-6.0 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $49,297 to $50,000 across the same window, up 1.4% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 1,193 to 1,424 between 2021 and 2024, a 19.4% change. About 51.5% of households rent today, against 45.5% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 21.5% to 33.3%.

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Camillus rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Camillus, NY

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Camillus is $1,783/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,120/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,530/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,240/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,870/mo.

At 43% of local median household income ($50,000/yr), Camillus ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Camillus an affordable city for renters?

Camillus is considered stretched for renters. At $1,783/mo, rent takes approximately 43% of the local median household income ($50,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Camillus significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Camillus?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $71,000/year (~$34/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,783/mo in Camillus. The local median household income is $50,000/yr, meaning the typical Camillus household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Camillus?

Rent in Camillus has increased 2.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Camillus rent compare to other cities in New York?

Camillus is middle-of-the-pack for New York for rent, ranking #83 out of 126 tracked cities at $1,783/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Camillus?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Camillus ($1,783/mo): Auburn ($1,425/mo), Syracuse ($1,546/mo).

What percentage of Camillus residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 51.5% of Camillus households are renters, while 48.5% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Camillus has a strong rental market.

How does Camillus rent compare to the national average?

Camillus's median rent of $1,783/mo is $182 (9%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #83 out of 126 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
43%
STRETCHED

At $1,783/mo, rent takes ~43% of Camillus's median household income ($50,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Camillus 43%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4–10.9%
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