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Massapequa

Pop. 21,389·10th most expensive in New York·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$4,175/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+27.2%
vs US Median
+$2,210
Rising (Monthly)
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Massapequa · $4,175
More expensive than 98% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
28% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $4,175/mo, rent takes about 28% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$167,000/yr
Local median income
$181,846/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Massapequa's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,060
1 BR
$2,500
2 BR
$2,890
3 BR
$3,750
4 BR+
$4,010
Research median
$2,890/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
$50,100/yr
At $4,175/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
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, +27.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Massapequa, NY is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 53.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
21,389
Median income
$181,846
Median age
44.5
Renters
3.2%
Age distribution
20.6%
19.3%
25.5%
16.5%
18.1%
Under 1820.6%
18–3419.3%
35–5425.5%
55–6416.5%
65+18.1%
Gender
49.1%
50.9%
Male49.1%
Female50.9%
Race & ethnicity
89%
White89%
Black1.2%
Hispanic8.9%
Asian1.7%
Education (25+)
19.3%
24.4%
53.2%
No HS diploma3%
HS diploma19.3%
Some college24.4%
Bachelor's+53.2%
Housing tenure
96.8%
Owner96.8%
Renter3.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Massapequa, NY has changed in 5 years

Income
$148,295 → $181,846
up 22.6%
Population
22,249 → 21,389
down 3.9%
Renter share
3.9% → 3.2%
-0.7 pts
Bachelor's+
50.8% → 53.2%
+2.4 pts
Median age
43.9 → 44.5
+0.6 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $148,295 in 2021 to $181,846 more recently. Census counts show Massapequa, NY losing about 860 residents over the five-year window, down 3.9% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 50.8% to 53.2% across the same window.

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Massapequa rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Massapequa, NY

Last updated: June 22, 2026

The median rent in Massapequa is $4,175/mo as of June 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,060/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,890/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,500/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,750/mo.

At 28% of local median household income ($181,846/yr), Massapequa ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Massapequa an affordable city for renters?

Massapequa is considered affordable for renters. At $4,175/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($181,846/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Massapequa falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Massapequa?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $167,000/year (~$80/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $4,175/mo in Massapequa. The local median household income is $181,846/yr, meaning the typical Massapequa household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Massapequa?

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

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

Massapequa is one of the pricier cities in New York for rent, ranking #10 out of 126 tracked cities at $4,175/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Massapequa?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Massapequa ($4,175/mo): West Babylon ($2,790/mo), Farmingdale ($3,028/mo), Amityville ($3,154/mo).

What percentage of Massapequa residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 3.2% of Massapequa households are renters, while 96.8% are owner-occupied. Massapequa leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Massapequa rent compare to the national average?

Massapequa's median rent of $4,175/mo is $2,210 (112%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #10 out of 126 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
28%
AFFORDABLE

At $4,175/mo, rent takes ~28% of Massapequa's median household income ($181,846/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Massapequa 28%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4–10.9%
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