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Hauppauge

Pop. 20,793·41st most expensive in New York·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$3,012/mo
Year-over-Year
+4.3%
Month-over-Month
-4.2%
vs US Median
+$1,047
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Hauppauge · $3,012
More expensive than 91% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
26% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,012/mo, rent takes about 26% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$120,000/yr
Local median income
$141,378/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Hauppauge's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,160
1 BR
$2,630
2 BR
$3,030
3 BR
$3,930
4 BR+
$4,210
Research median
$3,030/mo

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$36,144/yr
At $3,012/mo median
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Rents are softening (up only 4.3% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (+4.3% YoY, -4.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Hauppauge, NY is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 50.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
20,793
Median income
$141,378
Median age
44.2
Renters
14.7%
Age distribution
19.6%
21.7%
22.1%
17.7%
18.9%
Under 1819.6%
18–3421.7%
35–5422.1%
55–6417.7%
65+18.9%
Gender
49.2%
50.8%
Male49.2%
Female50.8%
Race & ethnicity
77.1%
White77.1%
Black1.5%
Hispanic9%
Asian10%
Other2.4%
Education (25+)
19.9%
24%
50.5%
No HS diploma5.6%
HS diploma19.9%
Some college24%
Bachelor's+50.5%
Housing tenure
85.3%
14.7%
Owner85.3%
Renter14.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Hauppauge, NY has changed in 5 years

Income
$127,789 → $141,378
up 10.6%
Population
19,967 → 20,793
up 4.1%
Renter share
14.9% → 14.7%
-0.2 pts
Bachelor's+
47.6% → 50.5%
+2.9 pts
Median age
45.2 → 44.2
-1.0 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Hauppauge, NY now reports about $141,378, up from $127,789 in 2021. Census counts show Hauppauge, NY adding about 826 residents over the five-year window, up 4.1% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 47.6% to 50.5% across the same window.

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Hauppauge rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Hauppauge, NY

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Hauppauge is $3,012/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,160/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,030/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,630/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,930/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($141,378/yr), Hauppauge ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hauppauge an affordable city for renters?

Hauppauge is considered affordable for renters. At $3,012/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($141,378/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hauppauge falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Hauppauge?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $120,000/year (~$58/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,012/mo in Hauppauge. The local median household income is $141,378/yr, meaning the typical Hauppauge household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Hauppauge?

Rent in Hauppauge has increased 4.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

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

Hauppauge is one of the pricier cities in New York for rent, ranking #41 out of 126 tracked cities at $3,012/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Hauppauge?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Hauppauge ($3,012/mo): Brentwood ($2,300/mo), Bohemia ($2,686/mo), Bay Shore ($2,896/mo).

What percentage of Hauppauge residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 14.7% of Hauppauge households are renters, while 85.3% are owner-occupied. Hauppauge leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Hauppauge rent compare to the national average?

Hauppauge's median rent of $3,012/mo is $1,047 (53%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #41 out of 126 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $3,012/mo, rent takes ~26% of Hauppauge's median household income ($141,378/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Hauppauge 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4–10.9%
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