4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Hempstead, NY
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Hempstead, New York as of October 2026. That's +2% higher than the citywide median of $3,106 and +26% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520.
Income needed for a 4+ bedroom in Hempstead
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 4+ bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Hempstead
Compare Hempstead's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 4+ bedroom in New York
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elmira | $1,330 |
| 2 | Gloversville | $1,400 |
| 3 | Lockport | $1,450 |
| 4 | Niagara Falls | $1,458 |
| 5 | Cortland | $1,464 |
| 6 | Potsdam | $1,470 |
| 7 | North Tonawanda | $1,480 |
| 8 | Clarence | $1,520 |
| 9 | Lancaster | $1,580 |
| 10 | Utica | $1,590 |
| 11 | Auburn | $1,610 |
| 12 | Oneonta | $1,620 |
| 13 | Amsterdam | $1,650 |
| 14 | Buffalo | $1,670 |
| 15 | Tonawanda | $1,670 |
Most expensive cities for a 4+ bedroom in New York
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rye | $5,610 |
| 2 | Garden City | $5,390 |
| 3 | Harrison | $5,120 |
| 4 | Scarsdale | $4,830 |
| 5 | Nanuet | $4,750 |
| 6 | Dobbs Ferry | $4,530 |
| 7 | Plainview | $4,400 |
| 8 | Farmingville | $4,400 |
| 9 | White Plains | $4,350 |
| 10 | Hicksville | $4,330 |
| 11 | Mamaroneck | $4,240 |
| 12 | Hauppauge | $4,210 |
| 13 | Port Chester | $4,190 |
| 14 | Port Washington | $4,180 |
| 15 | Eastchester | $4,140 |
Nearby cities — 4+ bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 2 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than Hempstead.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Hempstead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden City, NY | 2.1 mi | $5,390 | +$2,220 (+70%) |
| Levittown, NY | 7.4 mi | $4,030 | +$860 (+27%) |
| Hicksville, NY | 7.9 mi | $4,330 | +$1,160 (+37%) |
| West Babylon, NY | 18.2 mi | $3,580 | +$410 (+13%) |
| Mamaroneck, NY | 19.1 mi | $4,240 | +$1,070 (+34%) |
| Scarsdale, NY | 23 mi | $4,830 | +$1,660 (+52%) |
| Yonkers, NY | 23.6 mi | $3,635 | +$465 (+15%) |
| Bay Shore, NY | 25.5 mi | $3,260 | +$90 (+3%) |
| Palisades Park, NJ | 27.8 mi | $3,610 | +$440 (+14%) |
| North Bergen Township, NJ | 28.6 mi | $3,360 | +$190 (+6%) |
| Union City, NJ | 28.7 mi | $2,870 | $-300 (-9%) |
| Ridgefield Park, NJ | 29.5 mi | $3,030 | $-140 (-4%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Hempstead — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Hempstead?
As of October 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Hempstead, New York is $3,170 per month. This is +2% higher than the citywide median of $3,106.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Hempstead?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $126,800 ($10,567/month gross), which works out to roughly $60.96/hour at a full-time job.
Is Hempstead expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Hempstead's 4+ bedroom median of $3,170 is +26% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520. It ranks in the 72th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Hempstead rank for 4+ bedroom rent in New York?
Among the 118 cities in New York with 4+ bedroom data, Hempstead ranks #71 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Hempstead?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include Union City ($2,870), Ridgefield Park ($3,030).