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Port Jervis

Pop. 8,652·87th most expensive in New York·Rental market data updated monthly for Port Jervis, NY
Median rent (all units)
$1,704/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-8.1%
vs US Median
-$261
Falling (Monthly)
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Port Jervis · $1,704
More affordable than 61% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
43% of income
STRETCHED
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,704/mo, rent takes about 43% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$68,000/yr
Local median income
$47,917/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Port Jervis's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,120
1 BR
$1,280
2 BR
$1,650
3 BR
$2,090
4 BR+
$2,310
Research median
$1,650/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
$20,448/yr
At $1,704/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -8.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Port Jervis, NY is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
8,652
Median income
$47,917
Median age
40.2
Renters
49.4%
Age distribution
19%
23.3%
23.4%
14.8%
19.6%
Under 1819%
18–3423.3%
35–5423.4%
55–6414.8%
65+19.6%
Gender
52.5%
47.5%
Male52.5%
Female47.5%
Race & ethnicity
59.9%
12.7%
22.3%
White59.9%
Black12.7%
Hispanic22.3%
Asian4.3%
Other0.9%
Education (25+)
12.6%
44%
27.7%
15.8%
No HS diploma12.6%
HS diploma44%
Some college27.7%
Bachelor's+15.8%
Housing tenure
50.6%
49.4%
Owner50.6%
Renter49.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Port Jervis, NY has changed in 5 years

Income
$36,065 → $47,917
up 32.9%
Population
8,772 → 8,652
down 1.4%
Renter share
48.5% → 49.4%
+0.9 pts
Bachelor's+
15.8% → 15.8%
+0.0 pts
Median age
42 → 40.2
-1.8 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $36,065 in 2021 to $47,917 more recently. Census counts show Port Jervis, NY losing about 120 residents over the five-year window, down 1.4% on net.

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Port Jervis rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Port Jervis, NY

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Port Jervis is $1,704/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,120/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,650/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,280/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,090/mo.

At 43% of local median household income ($47,917/yr), Port Jervis ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Port Jervis an affordable city for renters?

Port Jervis is considered stretched for renters. At $1,704/mo, rent takes approximately 43% of the local median household income ($47,917/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Port Jervis significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Port Jervis?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $68,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,704/mo in Port Jervis. The local median household income is $47,917/yr, meaning the typical Port Jervis household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Port Jervis?

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

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

Port Jervis is one of the more affordable cities in New York for rent, ranking #87 out of 126 tracked cities at $1,704/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Port Jervis?

Monticello is nearby and more affordable at $1,617/mo, which is $87 less than Port Jervis.

What percentage of Port Jervis residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 49.4% of Port Jervis households are renters, while 50.6% are owner-occupied. Port Jervis leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Port Jervis rent compare to the national average?

Port Jervis's median rent of $1,704/mo is $261 (13%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #87 out of 126 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
43%
STRETCHED

At $1,704/mo, rent takes ~43% of Port Jervis's median household income ($47,917/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Port Jervis 43%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4–10.9%
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