How much does it cost to rent in Glen Cove, NY?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Glen Cove, NY is $3,605. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Glen Cove cheaper than other New York cities?

Glen Cove is one of the pricier cities in New York, ranking #21 out of 126 cities tracked at $3,605/mo.

When was Glen Cove rent data last updated?

Glen Cove rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Glen Cove

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Pop. 28,112·21st most expensive in New York·Glen Cove rents are up 8.3% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$3,605/mo

Year-over-Year

+8.3%

Month-over-Month

-0.8%

vs US Median

+$1,640

Falling (Monthly)

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Glen Cove · $3,605

More expensive than 96% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

49/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Glen Cove's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$3,605/mo

Expected by trend

$3,585/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Glen Cove's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,870

1 BR

$2,270

2 BR

$2,620

3 BR

$3,400

4 BR+

$3,640

Research median

$2,620/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

$43,260/yr

At $3,605/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 8.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+8.3% YoY, -0.8% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Glen Cove, NY is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 42.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

28,112

Median income

$92,064

Median age

Renters

49%

Age distribution

16.7%

22.5%

24.5%

13.5%

22.8%

Under 1816.7%

18–3422.5%

35–5424.5%

55–6413.5%

65+22.8%

Gender

48.3%

51.7%

Male48.3%

Female51.7%

Race & ethnicity

57.4%

33%

White57.4%

Black5.2%

Hispanic33%

Asian5.6%

Education (25+)

12.4%

25.5%

19.8%

42.2%

No HS diploma12.4%

HS diploma25.5%

Some college19.8%

Bachelor's+42.2%

Housing tenure

51%

49%

Owner51%

Renter49%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Glen Cove, NY has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,646 → $3,605

up 36.2%

Income

$81,693 → $92,064

up 12.7%

Population

28,187 → 28,112

down 0.3%

Renter share

43.8% → 49%

+5.2 pts

Bachelor's+

37.9% → 42.2%

+4.3 pts

Median age

42.4 → 44

+1.6 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Glen Cove, NY paid around $2,646 a month. That figure now sits near $3,605, up 36.2% from the 2021 baseline. Median household income climbed from $81,693 to $92,064 between 2021 and 2024, a 12.7% shift. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. The renter share has risen from 43.8% to 49%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 37.9% to 42.2% across the same window. Taken together, the five-year picture in Glen Cove, NY reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Glen Cove on your salary?

At $3,605/mo, how Glen Cove rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $107,707/yr · Rent = 40.2% income

rent-burdened

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $76,471/yr · Rent = 56.6% income

severely rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $88,088/yr · Rent = 49.1% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $157,445/yr · Rent = 27.5% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $201,176/yr · Rent = 21.5% income

affordable

Firefighter

Avg $71,603/yr · Rent = 60.4% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $64,649/yr · Rent = 66.9% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $79,686/yr · Rent = 54.3% income

severely rent-burdened

By apartment size

Glen Cove rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Glen Cove, NY

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Glen Cove is $3,605/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,870/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,620/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,270/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,400/mo.

At 47% of local median household income ($92,064/yr), Glen Cove ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Glen Cove an affordable city for renters?

Glen Cove is considered stretched for renters. At $3,605/mo, rent takes approximately 47% of the local median household income ($92,064/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Glen Cove significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Glen Cove?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $144,000/year (~$69/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,605/mo in Glen Cove. The local median household income is $92,064/yr, meaning the typical Glen Cove household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Glen Cove?

Rent in Glen Cove has increased 8.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Glen Cove rent compare to other cities in New York?

Glen Cove is one of the pricier cities in New York for rent, ranking #21 out of 126 tracked cities at $3,605/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Glen Cove?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Glen Cove ($3,605/mo): Westbury ($3,154/mo), Mineola ($3,341/mo).

What percentage of Glen Cove residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 49% of Glen Cove households are renters, while 51% are owner-occupied. Glen Cove leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Glen Cove rent compare to the national average?

Glen Cove's median rent of $3,605/mo is $1,640 (83%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #21 out of 126 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

47%

STRETCHED

At $3,605/mo, rent takes ~47% of Glen Cove's median household income ($92,064/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Glen Cove 47%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4–10.9%

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