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Irvington

Pop. 6,531·30th most expensive in New York·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$3,451/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+5.3%
vs US Median
+$1,486
Rising (Monthly)
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Irvington · $3,451
More expensive than 95% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
24% of income
VERY AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,451/mo, rent takes about 24% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$138,000/yr
Local median income
$173,248/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Irvington's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,670
1 BR
$2,780
2 BR
$3,080
3 BR
$3,840
4 BR+
$4,140
Research median
$3,080/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: June 22, 2026

Annual cost
$41,412/yr
At $3,451/mo median
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Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +5.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Irvington, NY is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 76% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
6,531
Median income
$173,248
Median age
44.1
Renters
19%
Age distribution
27.6%
13.4%
25.8%
19.2%
13.9%
Under 1827.6%
18–3413.4%
35–5425.8%
55–6419.2%
65+13.9%
Gender
50.7%
49.3%
Male50.7%
Female49.3%
Race & ethnicity
73.3%
13.1%
White73.3%
Black1.7%
Hispanic13.1%
Asian6.8%
Other5.1%
Education (25+)
13.9%
76%
No HS diploma2.2%
HS diploma7.8%
Some college13.9%
Bachelor's+76%
Housing tenure
81%
19%
Owner81%
Renter19%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Irvington, NY has changed in 5 years

Income
$184,732 → $173,248
down 6.2%
Population
6,594 → 6,531
down 1.0%
Renter share
23.9% → 19%
-4.9 pts
Bachelor's+
80% → 76%
-4.0 pts
Median age
38.3 → 44.1
+5.8 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $184,732 in 2021 to $173,248 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 6,594 to 6,531 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.0% change. About 19% of households rent today, against 23.9% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher slipped from 80% to 76%.

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Irvington rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Irvington, NY

Last updated: June 22, 2026

The median rent in Irvington is $3,451/mo as of June 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,670/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $3,080/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,780/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,840/mo.

At 24% of local median household income ($173,248/yr), Irvington ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Irvington an affordable city for renters?

Irvington is considered very affordable for renters. At $3,451/mo, rent takes approximately 24% of the local median household income ($173,248/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Irvington falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Irvington?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $138,000/year (~$66/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,451/mo in Irvington. The local median household income is $173,248/yr, meaning the typical Irvington household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Irvington?

Rent in Irvington has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of June 2026.

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

Irvington is one of the pricier cities in New York for rent, ranking #30 out of 126 tracked cities at $3,451/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Irvington?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Irvington ($3,451/mo): Nyack ($2,855/mo), White Plains ($3,228/mo).

What percentage of Irvington residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 19% of Irvington households are renters, while 81% are owner-occupied. Irvington leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Irvington rent compare to the national average?

Irvington's median rent of $3,451/mo is $1,486 (76%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #30 out of 126 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
24%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $3,451/mo, rent takes ~24% of Irvington's median household income ($173,248/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Irvington 24%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4–10.9%
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