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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Middletown, NY is $2,210. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Middletown cheaper than other New York cities?

Middletown falls in the middle range for New York, ranking #65 out of 126 cities at $2,210/mo.

When was Middletown rent data last updated?

Middletown 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

Middletown

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Pop. 30,289·65th most expensive in New York·Middletown rents are up 6.6% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,210/mo

Year-over-Year

+6.6%

Month-over-Month

-0.5%

vs US Median

+$245

Stable (Monthly)

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Middletown · $2,210

More expensive than 69% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

46/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 2% above what Middletown's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$2,210/mo

Expected by trend

$2,167/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,375

1 BR

$1,565

2 BR

$2,005

3 BR

$2,555

4 BR+

$2,765

Research median

$2,005/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

$26,520/yr

At $2,210/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (6.6% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+6.6% YoY, -0.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Middletown, NY is roughly split between renters and owners, has a large share of families with children, 20.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

30,289

Median income

$79,346

Median age

36.3

Renters

48.3%

Age distribution

25.9%

22.6%

26.4%

13.6%

Under 1825.9%

18–3422.6%

35–5426.4%

55–6411.4%

65+13.6%

Gender

51.2%

48.8%

Male51.2%

Female48.8%

Race & ethnicity

32.4%

26%

43.6%

White32.4%

Black26%

Hispanic43.6%

Asian3.5%

Education (25+)

17.8%

31%

20.1%

No HS diploma17.8%

HS diploma31%

Some college31%

Bachelor's+20.1%

Housing tenure

51.7%

48.3%

Owner51.7%

Renter48.3%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Middletown, NY has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,946 → $2,210

up 13.6%

Income

$59,755 → $79,346

up 32.8%

Population

30,086 → 30,289

up 0.7%

Renter share

44.7% → 48.3%

+3.6 pts

Bachelor's+

19.1% → 20.1%

+1.0 pts

Median age

37.8 → 36.3

-1.5 yrs

Since 2022, the typical rent in Middletown, NY has increased from $1,946 to $2,210, a 13.6% change over five years. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $59,755 in 2021 to $79,346 more recently. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. Renters now make up 48.3% of households, compared with 44.7% five years ago. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Middletown, NY market of 2022.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Middletown on your salary?

At $2,210/mo, how Middletown rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $107,707/yr · Rent = 24.6% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $76,471/yr · Rent = 34.7% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $88,088/yr · Rent = 30.1% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $157,445/yr · Rent = 16.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $201,176/yr · Rent = 13.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $71,603/yr · Rent = 37% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $64,649/yr · Rent = 41% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $79,686/yr · Rent = 33.3% income

stretched

By apartment size

Middletown rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Middletown

About renting in Middletown, NY

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Middletown is $2,210/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,375/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,005/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,565/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,555/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($79,346/yr), Middletown ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 6.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Middletown an affordable city for renters?

Middletown is considered moderate for renters. At $2,210/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($79,346/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Middletown slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Middletown?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $88,000/year (~$42/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,210/mo in Middletown. The local median household income is $79,346/yr, meaning the typical Middletown household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Middletown?

Rent in Middletown has increased 6.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Middletown neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Middletown are 10941 ($2,093/mo), and 10940 ($2,291/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Middletown is $2,210/mo.

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

Middletown is middle-of-the-pack for New York for rent, ranking #65 out of 126 tracked cities at $2,210/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Middletown?

Port Jervis is nearby and more affordable at $1,704/mo, which is $506 less than Middletown.

What percentage of Middletown residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 48.3% of Middletown households are renters, while 51.7% are owner-occupied. Middletown leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Middletown rent compare to the national average?

Middletown's median rent of $2,210/mo is $245 (12%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #65 out of 126 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

33%

MODERATE

At $2,210/mo, rent takes ~33% of Middletown's median household income ($79,346/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Middletown 33%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4–10.9%

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