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Dobbs Ferry

Pop. 11,443·9th most expensive in New York·Dobbs Ferry rents are up 30.4% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$4,460/mo
Year-over-Year
+30.4%
Month-over-Month
+13.4%
vs US Median
+$2,495
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Dobbs Ferry · $4,460
More expensive than 99% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
32% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $4,460/mo, rent takes about 32% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$178,000/yr
Local median income
$165,417/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Dobbs Ferry's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,920
1 BR
$3,040
2 BR
$3,370
3 BR
$4,200
4 BR+
$4,530
Research median
$3,370/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
$53,520/yr
At $4,460/mo median
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Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 30.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+30.4% YoY, +13.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Dobbs Ferry, NY is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 69.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
11,443
Median income
$165,417
Median age
41.5
Renters
36.1%
Age distribution
23.3%
17.2%
28.7%
13.4%
17.4%
Under 1823.3%
18–3417.2%
35–5428.7%
55–6413.4%
65+17.4%
Gender
52.5%
47.5%
Male52.5%
Female47.5%
Race & ethnicity
70.5%
12.5%
12.2%
White70.5%
Black2.6%
Hispanic12.5%
Asian12.2%
Other2.2%
Education (25+)
14.7%
69.7%
No HS diploma5.8%
HS diploma9.8%
Some college14.7%
Bachelor's+69.7%
Housing tenure
63.9%
36.1%
Owner63.9%
Renter36.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Dobbs Ferry, NY has changed in 5 years

Income
$136,204 → $165,417
up 21.4%
Population
11,511 → 11,443
down 0.6%
Renter share
40.2% → 36.1%
-4.1 pts
Bachelor's+
61.7% → 69.7%
+8.0 pts
Median age
39.1 → 41.5
+2.4 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $136,204 in 2021 to $165,417 more recently. About 36.1% of households rent today, against 40.2% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 61.7% to 69.7%.

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Dobbs Ferry rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Dobbs Ferry, NY

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Dobbs Ferry is $4,460/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,920/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,370/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $3,040/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $4,200/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($165,417/yr), Dobbs Ferry ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 30.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Dobbs Ferry an affordable city for renters?

Dobbs Ferry is considered moderate for renters. At $4,460/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($165,417/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Dobbs Ferry slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Dobbs Ferry?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $178,000/year (~$86/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $4,460/mo in Dobbs Ferry. The local median household income is $165,417/yr, meaning the typical Dobbs Ferry household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Dobbs Ferry?

Rent in Dobbs Ferry has increased 30.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Dobbs Ferry rent compare to other cities in New York?

Dobbs Ferry is one of the pricier cities in New York for rent, ranking #9 out of 126 tracked cities at $4,460/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Dobbs Ferry?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Dobbs Ferry ($4,460/mo): Eastchester ($2,683/mo), Yonkers ($2,754/mo), Irvington ($3,451/mo).

What percentage of Dobbs Ferry residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 36.1% of Dobbs Ferry households are renters, while 63.9% are owner-occupied. Dobbs Ferry leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Dobbs Ferry rent compare to the national average?

Dobbs Ferry's median rent of $4,460/mo is $2,495 (127%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #9 out of 126 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
32%
MODERATE

At $4,460/mo, rent takes ~32% of Dobbs Ferry's median household income ($165,417/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Dobbs Ferry 32%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4–10.9%
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