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Harrison

Pop. 29,961·6th most expensive in New York·Harrison rents are up 36.8% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$5,176/mo
Year-over-Year
+36.8%
Month-over-Month
+1.5%
vs US Median
+$3,211
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Harrison · $5,176
More expensive than 99% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
38% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $5,176/mo, rent takes about 38% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$207,000/yr
Local median income
$164,250/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Harrison's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$3,300
1 BR
$3,440
2 BR
$3,810
3 BR
$4,750
4 BR+
$5,120
Research median
$3,810/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
$62,112/yr
At $5,176/mo median
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Rents are up 36.8% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+36.8% YoY, +1.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Harrison, NY is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 60.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
29,961
Median income
$164,250
Median age
37.2
Renters
39.5%
Age distribution
23.2%
24.8%
28.4%
13.2%
Under 1823.2%
18–3424.8%
35–5428.4%
55–6410.5%
65+13.2%
Gender
47.6%
52.4%
Male47.6%
Female52.4%
Race & ethnicity
71%
16.7%
White71%
Black4.1%
Hispanic16.7%
Asian7.8%
Education (25+)
14.9%
18.7%
60.4%
No HS diploma6%
HS diploma14.9%
Some college18.7%
Bachelor's+60.4%
Housing tenure
60.5%
39.5%
Owner60.5%
Renter39.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Harrison, NY has changed in 5 years

Income
$142,665 → $164,250
up 15.1%
Population
28,635 → 29,961
up 4.6%
Renter share
36.8% → 39.5%
+2.7 pts
Bachelor's+
57.5% → 60.4%
+2.9 pts
Median age
35.1 → 37.2
+2.1 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $142,665 to $164,250 across the same window, up 15.1% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 28,635 to 29,961 between 2021 and 2024, a 4.6% change. About 39.5% of households rent today, against 36.8% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 57.5% to 60.4%.

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About renting in Harrison, NY

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Harrison is $5,176/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $3,300/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,810/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $3,440/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $4,750/mo.

At 38% of local median household income ($164,250/yr), Harrison ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 36.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Harrison an affordable city for renters?

Harrison is considered moderate for renters. At $5,176/mo, rent takes approximately 38% of the local median household income ($164,250/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Harrison slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Harrison?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $207,000/year (~$100/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $5,176/mo in Harrison. The local median household income is $164,250/yr, meaning the typical Harrison household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Harrison?

Rent in Harrison has increased 36.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

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

Harrison is one of the pricier cities in New York for rent, ranking #6 out of 126 tracked cities at $5,176/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Harrison?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Harrison ($5,176/mo): Port Chester ($2,909/mo), Mamaroneck ($4,144/mo).

What percentage of Harrison residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 39.5% of Harrison households are renters, while 60.5% are owner-occupied. Harrison leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Harrison rent compare to the national average?

Harrison's median rent of $5,176/mo is $3,211 (163%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #6 out of 126 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
38%
MODERATE

At $5,176/mo, rent takes ~38% of Harrison's median household income ($164,250/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Harrison 38%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4–10.9%
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