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Johnson City

Pop. 14,940·121st most expensive in New York·Johnson City rents are up 16.8% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,222/mo
Year-over-Year
+16.8%
Month-over-Month
+1.0%
vs US Median
-$743
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Johnson City · $1,222
More affordable than 91% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
26% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,222/mo, rent takes about 26% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$49,000/yr
Local median income
$56,283/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Johnson City's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$880
1 BR
$960
2 BR
$1,210
3 BR
$1,560
4 BR+
$1,780
Research median
$1,210/mo

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

Rent trends

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$14,664/yr
At $1,222/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 16.8% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+16.8% YoY, +1.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Johnson City, NY is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 29.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
14,940
Median income
$56,283
Median age
40.7
Renters
47.7%
Age distribution
18.1%
26.7%
20.2%
12.7%
22.4%
Under 1818.1%
18–3426.7%
35–5420.2%
55–6412.7%
65+22.4%
Gender
45.8%
54.2%
Male45.8%
Female54.2%
Race & ethnicity
69.9%
White69.9%
Black7.4%
Hispanic4%
Asian11.8%
Other6.9%
Education (25+)
12.6%
27.9%
29.9%
29.6%
No HS diploma12.6%
HS diploma27.9%
Some college29.9%
Bachelor's+29.6%
Housing tenure
52.3%
47.7%
Owner52.3%
Renter47.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Johnson City, NY has changed in 5 years

Income
$45,545 → $56,283
up 23.6%
Population
15,275 → 14,940
down 2.2%
Renter share
45.7% → 47.7%
+2.0 pts
Bachelor's+
27.1% → 29.6%
+2.5 pts
Median age
37.4 → 40.7
+3.3 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Johnson City, NY now reports about $56,283, up from $45,545 in 2021. Census counts show Johnson City, NY losing about 335 residents over the five-year window, down 2.2% on net. The renter share has risen from 45.7% to 47.7%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 27.1% to 29.6% across the same window.

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Johnson City rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Johnson City, NY

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Johnson City is $1,222/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $880/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,210/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $960/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,560/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($56,283/yr), Johnson City ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 16.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Johnson City an affordable city for renters?

Johnson City is considered affordable for renters. At $1,222/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($56,283/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Johnson City falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Johnson City?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $49,000/year (~$24/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,222/mo in Johnson City. The local median household income is $56,283/yr, meaning the typical Johnson City household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Johnson City?

Rent in Johnson City has increased 16.8% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Johnson City rent compare to other cities in New York?

Johnson City is one of the more affordable cities in New York for rent, ranking #121 out of 126 tracked cities at $1,222/mo.

What percentage of Johnson City residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 47.7% of Johnson City households are renters, while 52.3% are owner-occupied. Johnson City leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Johnson City rent compare to the national average?

Johnson City's median rent of $1,222/mo is $743 (38%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #121 out of 126 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,222/mo, rent takes ~26% of Johnson City's median household income ($56,283/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Johnson City 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4–10.9%
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