How much does it cost to rent in Mount Vernon, NY?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Mount Vernon, NY is $2,794. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Mount Vernon cheaper than other New York cities?

Mount Vernon falls in the middle range for New York, ranking #54 out of 126 cities at $2,794/mo.

When was Mount Vernon rent data last updated?

Mount Vernon 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

Mount Vernon

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Pop. 72,427·54th most expensive in New York·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$2,794/mo

Year-over-Year

+1.5%

Month-over-Month

+1.9%

vs US Median

+$829

Rising (Monthly)

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Mount Vernon · $2,794

More expensive than 87% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

64/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 7% below what Mount Vernon's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,794/mo

Expected by trend

$3,010/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$2,215

1 BR

$2,315

2 BR

$2,560

3 BR

$3,190

4 BR+

$3,440

Research median

$2,560/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

$33,528/yr

At $2,794/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (1.5% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+1.5% YoY, +1.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Mount Vernon, NY is majority renter-occupied, 35.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

72,427

Median income

$78,779

Median age

40.7

Renters

57.1%

Age distribution

21.1%

21.9%

26.4%

13.5%

17.1%

Under 1821.1%

18–3421.9%

35–5426.4%

55–6413.5%

65+17.1%

Gender

44.5%

55.5%

Male44.5%

Female55.5%

Race & ethnicity

14.9%

59.8%

21.3%

White14.9%

Black59.8%

Hispanic21.3%

Asian1.9%

Other2.2%

Education (25+)

14.2%

24.8%

25.1%

35.9%

No HS diploma14.2%

HS diploma24.8%

Some college25.1%

Bachelor's+35.9%

Housing tenure

42.9%

57.1%

Owner42.9%

Renter57.1%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Mount Vernon, NY has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,048 → $2,794

up 36.4%

Income

$68,300 → $78,779

up 15.3%

Population

72,855 → 72,427

down 0.6%

Renter share

60.6% → 57.1%

-3.5 pts

Bachelor's+

32.1% → 35.9%

+3.8 pts

Median age

41.6 → 40.7

-0.9 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Mount Vernon, NY paid around $2,048 a month. That figure now sits near $2,794, up 36.4% from the 2022 baseline. Census figures show median household income at $78,779 today, compared with $68,300 five years earlier. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. The renter share has eased from 60.6% to 57.1%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 32.1% to 35.9% across the same window. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2022.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Mount Vernon on your salary?

At $2,794/mo, how Mount Vernon rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $107,707/yr · Rent = 31.1% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $76,471/yr · Rent = 43.8% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $88,088/yr · Rent = 38.1% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $157,445/yr · Rent = 21.3% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $201,176/yr · Rent = 16.7% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $71,603/yr · Rent = 46.8% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $64,649/yr · Rent = 51.9% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $79,686/yr · Rent = 42.1% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Mount Vernon rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Mount Vernon, NY

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Mount Vernon is $2,794/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,215/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,560/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,315/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,190/mo.

At 43% of local median household income ($78,779/yr), Mount Vernon ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Mount Vernon an affordable city for renters?

Mount Vernon is considered stretched for renters. At $2,794/mo, rent takes approximately 43% of the local median household income ($78,779/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Mount Vernon significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Mount Vernon?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $112,000/year (~$54/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,794/mo in Mount Vernon. The local median household income is $78,779/yr, meaning the typical Mount Vernon household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Mount Vernon?

Rent in Mount Vernon has increased 1.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Mount Vernon neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Mount Vernon are 10550 ($2,565/mo), and 10552 ($3,058/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Mount Vernon is $2,794/mo.

How does Mount Vernon rent compare to other cities in New York?

Mount Vernon is middle-of-the-pack for New York for rent, ranking #54 out of 126 tracked cities at $2,794/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Mount Vernon?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Mount Vernon ($2,794/mo): Eastchester ($2,683/mo), Yonkers ($2,754/mo).

What percentage of Mount Vernon residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 57.1% of Mount Vernon households are renters, while 42.9% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Mount Vernon has a strong rental market.

How does Mount Vernon rent compare to the national average?

Mount Vernon's median rent of $2,794/mo is $829 (42%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #54 out of 126 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

43%

STRETCHED

At $2,794/mo, rent takes ~43% of Mount Vernon's median household income ($78,779/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Mount Vernon 43%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4–10.9%

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