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Rockville Centre

Pop. 25,765·25th most expensive in New York·Rockville Centre rents are up 10.3% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$3,502/mo
Year-over-Year
+10.3%
Month-over-Month
+0.3%
vs US Median
+$1,537
Stable (Monthly)
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Rockville Centre · $3,502
More expensive than 95% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
28% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,502/mo, rent takes about 28% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$140,000/yr
Local median income
$151,938/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Rockville Centre's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,710
1 BR
$2,070
2 BR
$2,390
3 BR
$3,100
4 BR+
$3,320
Research median
$2,390/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$42,024/yr
At $3,502/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
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Rents are up 10.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+10.3% YoY, +0.3% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Rockville Centre, NY is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 63.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
25,765
Median income
$151,938
Median age
42.9
Renters
24.9%
Age distribution
23.2%
16%
24.3%
16.4%
20.1%
Under 1823.2%
18–3416%
35–5424.3%
55–6416.4%
65+20.1%
Gender
47.6%
52.4%
Male47.6%
Female52.4%
Race & ethnicity
79.2%
White79.2%
Black5%
Hispanic9.6%
Asian5.7%
Education (25+)
13.4%
18.9%
63.9%
No HS diploma3.8%
HS diploma13.4%
Some college18.9%
Bachelor's+63.9%
Housing tenure
75.1%
24.9%
Owner75.1%
Renter24.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Rockville Centre, NY has changed in 5 years

Income
$131,090 → $151,938
up 15.9%
Population
25,768 → 25,765
up 0.0%
Renter share
27.6% → 24.9%
-2.7 pts
Bachelor's+
62.3% → 63.9%
+1.6 pts
Median age
43.8 → 42.9
-0.9 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $131,090 to $151,938 across the same window, up 15.9% versus 2021. The renter share has eased from 27.6% to 24.9%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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At $3,502/mo, how Rockville Centre rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Rockville Centre rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Rockville Centre, NY

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Rockville Centre is $3,502/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,710/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,390/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,070/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,100/mo.

At 28% of local median household income ($151,938/yr), Rockville Centre ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 10.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Rockville Centre an affordable city for renters?

Rockville Centre is considered affordable for renters. At $3,502/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($151,938/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Rockville Centre falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Rockville Centre?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $140,000/year (~$67/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,502/mo in Rockville Centre. The local median household income is $151,938/yr, meaning the typical Rockville Centre household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Rockville Centre?

Rent in Rockville Centre has increased 10.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Rockville Centre rent compare to other cities in New York?

Rockville Centre is one of the pricier cities in New York for rent, ranking #25 out of 126 tracked cities at $3,502/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Rockville Centre?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Rockville Centre ($3,502/mo): Franklin Square ($2,850/mo), Oceanside ($3,200/mo), Hempstead ($3,370/mo).

What percentage of Rockville Centre residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 24.9% of Rockville Centre households are renters, while 75.1% are owner-occupied. Rockville Centre leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Rockville Centre rent compare to the national average?

Rockville Centre's median rent of $3,502/mo is $1,537 (78%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #25 out of 126 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
28%
AFFORDABLE

At $3,502/mo, rent takes ~28% of Rockville Centre's median household income ($151,938/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

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State income tax4–10.9%
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