How much does it cost to rent in Port Jefferson Station, NY?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Port Jefferson Station, NY is $2,979. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Port Jefferson Station cheaper than other New York cities?

Port Jefferson Station falls in the middle range for New York, ranking #43 out of 126 cities at $2,979/mo.

When was Port Jefferson Station rent data last updated?

Port Jefferson Station rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Port Jefferson Station

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Pop. 7,676·43rd most expensive in New York·Port Jefferson Station rents are up 5.2% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,979/mo

Year-over-Year

+5.2%

Month-over-Month

+1.9%

vs US Median

+$1,014

Rising (Monthly)

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Port Jefferson Station · $2,979

More expensive than 90% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

30% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,979/mo, rent takes about 30% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$119,000/yr

Local median income

$120,734/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Port Jefferson Station's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,870

1 BR

$2,270

2 BR

$2,620

3 BR

$3,400

4 BR+

$3,640

Research median

$2,620/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

$35,748/yr

At $2,979/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 5.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+5.2% YoY, +1.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Port Jefferson Station, NY is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 41.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

7,676

Median income

$120,734

Median age

39.9

Renters

23.8%

Age distribution

22.6%

21.6%

29.1%

14.7%

12.1%

Under 1822.6%

18–3421.6%

35–5429.1%

55–6414.7%

65+12.1%

Gender

48.5%

51.5%

Male48.5%

Female51.5%

Race & ethnicity

65.1%

31.5%

White65.1%

Black3.4%

Hispanic31.5%

Asian5.3%

Education (25+)

29.1%

20.2%

41.7%

No HS diploma8.9%

HS diploma29.1%

Some college20.2%

Bachelor's+41.7%

Housing tenure

76.2%

23.8%

Owner76.2%

Renter23.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Port Jefferson Station, NY has changed in 5 years

Income

$106,675 → $120,734

up 13.2%

Population

7,716 → 7,676

down 0.5%

Renter share

26.2% → 23.8%

-2.4 pts

Bachelor's+

43.1% → 41.7%

-1.4 pts

Median age

38.6 → 39.9

+1.3 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $106,675 in 2021 to $120,734 more recently. About 23.8% of households rent today, against 26.2% in 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Port Jefferson Station on your salary?

At $2,979/mo, how Port Jefferson Station rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $107,707/yr · Rent = 33.2% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $76,471/yr · Rent = 46.7% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $88,088/yr · Rent = 40.6% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $157,445/yr · Rent = 22.7% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $201,176/yr · Rent = 17.8% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $71,603/yr · Rent = 49.9% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $64,649/yr · Rent = 55.3% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $79,686/yr · Rent = 44.9% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Port Jefferson Station rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Port Jefferson Station. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Port Jefferson Station, NY

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Port Jefferson Station is $2,979/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,870/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,620/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,270/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,400/mo.

At 30% of local median household income ($120,734/yr), Port Jefferson Station ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Port Jefferson Station an affordable city for renters?

Port Jefferson Station is considered moderate for renters. At $2,979/mo, rent takes approximately 30% of the local median household income ($120,734/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Port Jefferson Station slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Port Jefferson Station?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $119,000/year (~$57/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,979/mo in Port Jefferson Station. The local median household income is $120,734/yr, meaning the typical Port Jefferson Station household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Port Jefferson Station?

Rent in Port Jefferson Station has increased 5.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Port Jefferson Station rent compare to other cities in New York?

Port Jefferson Station is middle-of-the-pack for New York for rent, ranking #43 out of 126 tracked cities at $2,979/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Port Jefferson Station?

Holbrook is nearby and more affordable at $2,827/mo, which is $152 less than Port Jefferson Station.

What percentage of Port Jefferson Station residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 23.8% of Port Jefferson Station households are renters, while 76.2% are owner-occupied. Port Jefferson Station leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Port Jefferson Station rent compare to the national average?

Port Jefferson Station's median rent of $2,979/mo is $1,014 (52%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #43 out of 126 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

30%

MODERATE

At $2,979/mo, rent takes ~30% of Port Jefferson Station's median household income ($120,734/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Port Jefferson Station 30%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4–10.9%

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