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Patchogue

Pop. 12,396·57th most expensive in New York·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$2,798/mo
Year-over-Year
+4.8%
Month-over-Month
+4.4%
vs US Median
+$836
Rising (Monthly)
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Patchogue · $2,798
More expensive than 87% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Rent Reality Score
45/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% above what Patchogue's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent
$2,798/mo
Expected by trend
$2,725/mo
The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Patchogue's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,690
1 BR
$2,040
2 BR
$2,360
3 BR
$3,060
4 BR+
$3,280
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$2,360/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,798 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$33,576/yr
At $2,798/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 4.8% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+4.8% YoY, +4.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Patchogue, NY is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 35.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
12,396
Median income
$107,306
Median age
39.5
Renters
44.8%
Age distribution
15.9%
26.9%
28.8%
14.4%
14%
Under 1815.9%
18–3426.9%
35–5428.8%
55–6414.4%
65+14%
Gender
51.2%
48.8%
Male51.2%
Female48.8%
Race & ethnicity
67%
22.3%
White67%
Black6.9%
Hispanic22.3%
Asian4.1%
Education (25+)
20.2%
33.6%
35.1%
No HS diploma11%
HS diploma20.2%
Some college33.6%
Bachelor's+35.1%
Housing tenure
55.2%
44.8%
Owner55.2%
Renter44.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Patchogue, NY has changed in 5 years

Income
$97,730 → $107,306
up 9.8%
Population
12,341 → 12,396
up 0.4%
Renter share
40.8% → 44.8%
+4.0 pts
Bachelor's+
36.6% → 35.1%
-1.5 pts
Median age
37.6 → 39.5
+1.9 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $97,730 in 2021 to $107,306 more recently. The renter share has risen from 40.8% to 44.8%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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By apartment size

Patchogue rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Patchogue, NY

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Patchogue is $2,798/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,690/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,360/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,040/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,060/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($107,306/yr), Patchogue ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 4.8% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Patchogue an affordable city for renters?

Patchogue is considered moderate for renters. At $2,798/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($107,306/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Patchogue slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Patchogue?

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 $2,798/mo in Patchogue. The local median household income is $107,306/yr, meaning the typical Patchogue household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Patchogue?

Rent in Patchogue has increased 4.8% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

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

Patchogue is middle-of-the-pack for New York for rent, ranking #57 out of 125 tracked cities at $2,798/mo.

What percentage of Patchogue residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 44.8% of Patchogue households are renters, while 55.2% are owner-occupied. Patchogue leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Patchogue rent compare to the national average?

Patchogue's median rent of $2,798/mo is $836 (43%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within New York, it ranks #57 out of 125 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $2,798/mo, rent takes ~31% of Patchogue's median household income ($107,306/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Patchogue 31%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4–10.9%
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