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Fairport

Pop. 5,403·84th most expensive in New York·Rental market data updated monthly for Fairport, NY
Median rent (all units)
$1,774/mo
Year-over-Year
-3.1%
Month-over-Month
+0.8%
vs US Median
-$191
Rising (Monthly)
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Fairport · $1,774
More affordable than 56% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
69/100
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Rents are 10% below what Fairport's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,774/mo
Expected by trend
$1,962/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,140
1 BR
$1,280
2 BR
$1,590
3 BR
$1,920
4 BR+
$2,110
Research median
$1,590/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
$21,288/yr
At $1,774/mo median
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (-3.1% YoY, +0.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Fairport, NY is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 61.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
5,403
Median income
$107,009
Median age
45.5
Renters
32.4%
Age distribution
18.7%
14.8%
30.4%
15.7%
20.5%
Under 1818.7%
18–3414.8%
35–5430.4%
55–6415.7%
65+20.5%
Gender
47.9%
52.1%
Male47.9%
Female52.1%
Race & ethnicity
92%
White92%
Black0.9%
Hispanic1%
Asian0.6%
Other5.5%
Education (25+)
22.9%
61.7%
No HS diploma6.8%
HS diploma8.6%
Some college22.9%
Bachelor's+61.7%
Housing tenure
67.6%
32.4%
Owner67.6%
Renter32.4%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Fairport, NY has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,481 → $1,774
up 19.8%
Income
$79,637 → $107,009
up 34.4%
Population
5,452 → 5,403
down 0.9%
Renter share
30.1% → 32.4%
+2.3 pts
Bachelor's+
61.5% → 61.7%
+0.2 pts
Median age
48.2 → 45.5
-2.7 yrs

Since 2023, the typical rent in Fairport, NY has climbed from $1,481 to $1,774, a 19.8% change over five years. Household income in the area moved from $79,637 to $107,009 across the same window, up 34.4% versus 2021. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. Renters now make up 32.4% of households, compared with 30.1% five years ago. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Fairport, NY look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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At $1,774/mo, how Fairport rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Fairport rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Fairport. Click any size for full breakdown.

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About renting in Fairport, NY

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Fairport is $1,774/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,140/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,590/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,280/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,920/mo.

At 20% of local median household income ($107,009/yr), Fairport ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 3.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Fairport an affordable city for renters?

Fairport is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,774/mo, rent takes approximately 20% of the local median household income ($107,009/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Fairport falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Fairport?

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 $1,774/mo in Fairport. The local median household income is $107,009/yr, meaning the typical Fairport household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Fairport?

Rent in Fairport has decreased 3.1% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

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

Fairport is one of the more affordable cities in New York for rent, ranking #84 out of 126 tracked cities at $1,774/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Fairport?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Fairport ($1,774/mo): Palmyra ($1,168/mo), Henrietta ($1,473/mo), Penfield ($1,647/mo).

What percentage of Fairport residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 32.4% of Fairport households are renters, while 67.6% are owner-occupied. Fairport leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Fairport rent compare to the national average?

Fairport's median rent of $1,774/mo is $191 (10%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #84 out of 126 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
20%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,774/mo, rent takes ~20% of Fairport's median household income ($107,009/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax4–10.9%
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