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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Huntington, NY is $3,332. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Huntington cheaper than other New York cities?

Huntington is one of the pricier cities in New York, ranking #29 out of 126 cities tracked at $3,332/mo.

When was Huntington rent data last updated?

Huntington 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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Huntington

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Pop. 19,948·29th most expensive in New York·Huntington rents are up 8.8% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$3,332/mo

Year-over-Year

+8.8%

Month-over-Month

-0.1%

vs US Median

+$1,367

Stable (Monthly)

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Huntington · $3,332

More expensive than 94% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

50/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$3,332/mo

Expected by trend

$3,334/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,960

1 BR

$2,370

2 BR

$2,740

3 BR

$3,550

4 BR+

$3,810

Research median

$2,740/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

$39,984/yr

At $3,332/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 8.8% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+8.8% YoY, -0.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Huntington, NY is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 68.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

19,948

Median income

$168,095

Median age

Renters

14.1%

Age distribution

16.8%

19.4%

23.3%

16.3%

24.2%

Under 1816.8%

18–3419.4%

35–5423.3%

55–6416.3%

65+24.2%

Gender

49.3%

50.7%

Male49.3%

Female50.7%

Race & ethnicity

86.2%

White86.2%

Black1.9%

Hispanic5.8%

Asian3.3%

Other2.8%

Education (25+)

18.7%

68.6%

No HS diploma2.8%

HS diploma10%

Some college18.7%

Bachelor's+68.6%

Housing tenure

85.9%

14.1%

Owner85.9%

Renter14.1%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Huntington, NY has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,842 → $3,332

up 17.2%

Income

$133,193 → $168,095

up 26.2%

Population

19,397 → 19,948

up 2.8%

Renter share

16.9% → 14.1%

-2.8 pts

Bachelor's+

66.3% → 68.6%

+2.3 pts

Across the past five years, the going rent in Huntington, NY has shifted from $2,842 to $3,332, up 17.2% since 2023. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $133,193 in 2021 to $168,095 more recently. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. Census counts show Huntington, NY adding about 551 residents over the five-year window, up 2.8% on net. The renter share has eased from 16.9% to 14.1%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 66.3% to 68.6% across the same window. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Huntington, NY market of 2023.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Huntington on your salary?

At $3,332/mo, how Huntington rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $107,707/yr · Rent = 37.1% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $76,471/yr · Rent = 52.3% income

severely rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $88,088/yr · Rent = 45.4% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $157,445/yr · Rent = 25.4% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $201,176/yr · Rent = 19.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $71,603/yr · Rent = 55.8% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $64,649/yr · Rent = 61.8% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $79,686/yr · Rent = 50.2% income

severely rent-burdened

By apartment size

Huntington rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Huntington

About renting in Huntington, NY

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Huntington is $3,332/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,960/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,740/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,370/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,550/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($168,095/yr), Huntington ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Huntington an affordable city for renters?

Huntington is considered very affordable for renters. At $3,332/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($168,095/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Huntington falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Huntington?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $133,000/year (~$64/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,332/mo in Huntington. The local median household income is $168,095/yr, meaning the typical Huntington household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Huntington?

Rent in Huntington has increased 8.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

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

Huntington is one of the pricier cities in New York for rent, ranking #29 out of 126 tracked cities at $3,332/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Huntington?

Farmingdale is nearby and more affordable at $3,028/mo, which is $304 less than Huntington.

What percentage of Huntington residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 14.1% of Huntington households are renters, while 85.9% are owner-occupied. Huntington leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Huntington rent compare to the national average?

Huntington's median rent of $3,332/mo is $1,367 (70%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #29 out of 126 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

24%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $3,332/mo, rent takes ~24% of Huntington's median household income ($168,095/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Huntington 24%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4–10.9%

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