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New Windsor

Pop. 8,919·45th most expensive in New York·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$2,962/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+10.7%
vs US Median
+$997
Rising (Monthly)
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New Windsor · $2,962
More expensive than 90% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
44% of income
STRETCHED
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,962/mo, rent takes about 44% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$118,000/yr
Local median income
$81,340/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using New Windsor's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,300
1 BR
$1,490
2 BR
$1,900
3 BR
$2,420
4 BR+
$2,620
Research median
$1,900/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
$35,544/yr
At $2,962/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, +10.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

New Windsor, NY is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, 36.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
8,919
Median income
$81,340
Median age
46.9
Renters
24.2%
Age distribution
16.4%
18.6%
25.9%
18.8%
20.2%
Under 1816.4%
18–3418.6%
35–5425.9%
55–6418.8%
65+20.2%
Gender
48.2%
51.8%
Male48.2%
Female51.8%
Race & ethnicity
59.3%
14.4%
29.4%
White59.3%
Black14.4%
Hispanic29.4%
Asian2%
Education (25+)
28.8%
24.8%
36.9%
No HS diploma9.5%
HS diploma28.8%
Some college24.8%
Bachelor's+36.9%
Housing tenure
75.8%
24.2%
Owner75.8%
Renter24.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How New Windsor, NY has changed in 5 years

Income
$72,917 → $81,340
up 11.6%
Population
8,693 → 8,919
up 2.6%
Renter share
26.4% → 24.2%
-2.2 pts
Bachelor's+
31.1% → 36.9%
+5.8 pts
Median age
40.1 → 46.9
+6.8 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $72,917 to $81,340 across the same window, up 11.6% versus 2021. Census counts show New Windsor, NY adding about 226 residents over the five-year window, up 2.6% on net. The renter share has eased from 26.4% to 24.2%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 31.1% to 36.9% across the same window.

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Salary vs rent

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At $2,962/mo, how New Windsor rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

New Windsor rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in New Windsor, NY

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in New Windsor is $2,962/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,300/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,900/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,490/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,420/mo.

At 44% of local median household income ($81,340/yr), New Windsor ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is New Windsor an affordable city for renters?

New Windsor is considered stretched for renters. At $2,962/mo, rent takes approximately 44% of the local median household income ($81,340/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. New Windsor significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in New Windsor?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $118,000/year (~$57/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,962/mo in New Windsor. The local median household income is $81,340/yr, meaning the typical New Windsor household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in New Windsor?

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

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

New Windsor is middle-of-the-pack for New York for rent, ranking #45 out of 126 tracked cities at $2,962/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than New Windsor?

Newburgh is nearby and more affordable at $1,925/mo, which is $1,037 less than New Windsor.

What percentage of New Windsor residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 24.2% of New Windsor households are renters, while 75.8% are owner-occupied. New Windsor leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does New Windsor rent compare to the national average?

New Windsor's median rent of $2,962/mo is $997 (51%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #45 out of 126 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
44%
STRETCHED

At $2,962/mo, rent takes ~44% of New Windsor's median household income ($81,340/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

New Windsor 44%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4–10.9%
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