How much does it cost to rent in Hicksville, NY?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Hicksville, NY is $2,879. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Hicksville cheaper than other New York cities?

Hicksville falls in the middle range for New York, ranking #50 out of 126 cities at $2,879/mo.

When was Hicksville rent data last updated?

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

City Report · NY

Hicksville

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Pop. 43,780·50th most expensive in New York·Hicksville rents have dropped 8.1%, currently a renter's market

Median rent (all units)

$2,879/mo

Year-over-Year

-8.1%

Month-over-Month

+0.7%

vs US Median

+$914

Rising (Monthly)

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Hicksville · $2,879

More expensive than 88% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

76/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 13% below what Hicksville's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,879/mo

Expected by trend

$3,316/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,230

1 BR

$2,700

2 BR

$3,120

3 BR

$4,040

4 BR+

$4,330

Research median

$3,120/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

$34,548/yr

At $2,879/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 8.1% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (-8.1% YoY, +0.7% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Hicksville, NY is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 44.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

43,780

Median income

$144,471

Median age

43.1

Renters

14.5%

Age distribution

18.8%

21.4%

25.5%

15.7%

18.6%

Under 1818.8%

18–3421.4%

35–5425.5%

55–6415.7%

65+18.6%

Gender

50.3%

49.7%

Male50.3%

Female49.7%

Race & ethnicity

38.8%

23.2%

32.3%

White38.8%

Black3.6%

Hispanic23.2%

Asian32.3%

Other2.1%

Education (25+)

23.7%

21.5%

44.7%

No HS diploma10%

HS diploma23.7%

Some college21.5%

Bachelor's+44.7%

Housing tenure

85.5%

14.5%

Owner85.5%

Renter14.5%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Hicksville, NY has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,226 → $2,879

up 29.3%

Income

$123,230 → $144,471

up 17.2%

Population

43,107 → 43,780

up 1.6%

Renter share

12.1% → 14.5%

+2.4 pts

Bachelor's+

41.9% → 44.7%

+2.8 pts

Median age

41.5 → 43.1

+1.6 yrs

The median rent in Hicksville, NY stood at $2,226 in 2023 and currently runs about $2,879, reflecting a 29.3% increase over the period. Median household income rose from $123,230 to $144,471 between 2021 and 2024, a 17.2% shift. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 1.6% since 2021, moving from about 43,107 residents to roughly 43,780. Renters now make up 14.5% of households, compared with 12.1% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 44.7% of adults here, versus 41.9% in 2021. Taken together, the five-year picture in Hicksville, 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 Hicksville on your salary?

At $2,879/mo, how Hicksville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $107,707/yr · Rent = 32.1% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $76,471/yr · Rent = 45.2% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $88,088/yr · Rent = 39.2% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $157,445/yr · Rent = 21.9% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $201,176/yr · Rent = 17.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $71,603/yr · Rent = 48.2% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $64,649/yr · Rent = 53.4% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $79,686/yr · Rent = 43.4% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Hicksville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Hicksville

About renting in Hicksville, NY

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Hicksville is $2,879/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,230/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,120/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,700/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $4,040/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($144,471/yr), Hicksville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 8.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hicksville an affordable city for renters?

Hicksville is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,879/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($144,471/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hicksville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Hicksville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $115,000/year (~$55/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,879/mo in Hicksville. The local median household income is $144,471/yr, meaning the typical Hicksville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Hicksville?

Rent in Hicksville has decreased 8.1% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

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

Hicksville is middle-of-the-pack for New York for rent, ranking #50 out of 126 tracked cities at $2,879/mo.

What percentage of Hicksville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 14.5% of Hicksville households are renters, while 85.5% are owner-occupied. Hicksville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Hicksville rent compare to the national average?

Hicksville's median rent of $2,879/mo is $914 (47%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #50 out of 126 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

24%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,879/mo, rent takes ~24% of Hicksville's median household income ($144,471/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Hicksville 24%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4–10.9%

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