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Peekskill

Pop. 25,625·41st most expensive in New York·Peekskill rents are up 14.7% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$3,191/mo
Year-over-Year
+14.7%
Month-over-Month
+2.7%
vs US Median
+$1,229
Rising (Monthly)
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Peekskill · $3,191
More expensive than 93% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
45% of income
STRETCHED
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,191/mo, rent takes about 45% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$128,000/yr
Local median income
$85,954/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Peekskill's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$2,420
1 BR
$2,530
2 BR
$2,800
3 BR
$3,490
4 BR+
$3,760
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$2,800/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $3,191 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
$38,292/yr
At $3,191/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 14.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+14.7% YoY, +2.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Peekskill, NY is majority owner-occupied, 37.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
25,625
Median income
$85,954
Median age
41.8
Renters
40.6%
Age distribution
16.1%
25.8%
24.6%
16.1%
17.3%
Under 1816.1%
18–3425.8%
35–5424.6%
55–6416.1%
65+17.3%
Gender
51.4%
48.6%
Male51.4%
Female48.6%
Race & ethnicity
38.7%
13.6%
45.7%
White38.7%
Black13.6%
Hispanic45.7%
Asian2.2%
Education (25+)
15.9%
23.9%
22.4%
37.8%
No HS diploma15.9%
HS diploma23.9%
Some college22.4%
Bachelor's+37.8%
Housing tenure
59.4%
40.6%
Owner59.4%
Renter40.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Peekskill, NY has changed in 5 years

Income
$75,642 → $85,954
up 13.6%
Population
25,304 → 25,625
up 1.3%
Renter share
44.4% → 40.6%
-3.8 pts
Bachelor's+
33.6% → 37.8%
+4.2 pts
Median age
40.8 → 41.8
+1.0 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $75,642 to $85,954 across the same window, up 13.6% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 25,304 to 25,625 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.3% change. About 40.6% of households rent today, against 44.4% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 33.6% to 37.8%.

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By apartment size

Peekskill rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Peekskill, NY

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Peekskill is $3,191/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $2,420/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,800/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,530/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,490/mo.

At 45% of local median household income ($85,954/yr), Peekskill ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 14.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Peekskill an affordable city for renters?

Peekskill is considered stretched for renters. At $3,191/mo, rent takes approximately 45% of the local median household income ($85,954/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Peekskill significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Peekskill?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $128,000/year (~$62/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,191/mo in Peekskill. The local median household income is $85,954/yr, meaning the typical Peekskill household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Peekskill?

Rent in Peekskill has increased 14.7% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

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

Peekskill is one of the pricier cities in New York for rent, ranking #41 out of 125 tracked cities at $3,191/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Peekskill?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Peekskill ($3,191/mo): Nyack ($2,914/mo), Beacon ($2,954/mo).

What percentage of Peekskill residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 40.6% of Peekskill households are renters, while 59.4% are owner-occupied. Peekskill leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Peekskill rent compare to the national average?

Peekskill's median rent of $3,191/mo is $1,229 (63%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within New York, it ranks #41 out of 125 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
45%
STRETCHED

At $3,191/mo, rent takes ~45% of Peekskill's median household income ($85,954/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Peekskill 45%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4–10.9%
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