How much does it cost to rent in Saratoga Springs, NY?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Saratoga Springs, NY is $2,374. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Saratoga Springs cheaper than other New York cities?

Saratoga Springs falls in the middle range for New York, ranking #63 out of 126 cities at $2,374/mo.

When was Saratoga Springs rent data last updated?

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

City Report · NY

Saratoga Springs

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Pop. 28,631·63rd most expensive in New York·Saratoga Springs rents are up 25.1% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,374/mo

Year-over-Year

+25.1%

Month-over-Month

-3.6%

vs US Median

+$409

Falling (Monthly)

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Saratoga Springs · $2,374

More expensive than 75% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

23/100

Overpriced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 13% above what Saratoga Springs's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$2,374/mo

Expected by trend

$2,094/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Saratoga Springs's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,420

1 BR

$1,630

2 BR

$1,970

3 BR

$2,370

4 BR+

$2,610

Research median

$1,970/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

$28,488/yr

At $2,374/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 25.1% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+25.1% YoY, -3.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Saratoga Springs, NY is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 59.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

28,631

Median income

$105,944

Median age

42.4

Renters

42.2%

Age distribution

13.9%

25%

25.2%

14.2%

21.6%

Under 1813.9%

18–3425%

35–5425.2%

55–6414.2%

65+21.6%

Gender

48.3%

51.7%

Male48.3%

Female51.7%

Race & ethnicity

84.8%

White84.8%

Black2.7%

Hispanic5.5%

Asian3.1%

Other3.9%

Education (25+)

18.2%

17.7%

59.9%

No HS diploma4.2%

HS diploma18.2%

Some college17.7%

Bachelor's+59.9%

Housing tenure

57.8%

42.2%

Owner57.8%

Renter42.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Saratoga Springs, NY has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,488 → $2,374

up 59.5%

Income

$90,020 → $105,944

up 17.7%

Population

28,110 → 28,631

up 1.9%

Renter share

44.1% → 42.2%

-1.9 pts

Bachelor's+

58.7% → 59.9%

+1.2 pts

Rent in Saratoga Springs, NY has increased 59.5% since 2021, going from about $1,488 per month to roughly $2,374 today. Census figures show median household income at $105,944 today, compared with $90,020 five years earlier. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 41.8 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 28,110 to 28,631 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.9% change. About 42.2% of households rent today, against 44.1% in 2021. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Saratoga Springs on your salary?

At $2,374/mo, how Saratoga Springs rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $107,707/yr · Rent = 26.4% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $76,471/yr · Rent = 37.3% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $88,088/yr · Rent = 32.3% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $157,445/yr · Rent = 18.1% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $201,176/yr · Rent = 14.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $71,603/yr · Rent = 39.8% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $64,649/yr · Rent = 44.1% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $79,686/yr · Rent = 35.8% income

stretched

By apartment size

Saratoga Springs rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Saratoga Springs, NY

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Saratoga Springs is $2,374/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,420/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,970/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,630/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,370/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($105,944/yr), Saratoga Springs ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 25.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Saratoga Springs an affordable city for renters?

Saratoga Springs is considered affordable for renters. At $2,374/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($105,944/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Saratoga Springs falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Saratoga Springs?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $95,000/year (~$46/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,374/mo in Saratoga Springs. The local median household income is $105,944/yr, meaning the typical Saratoga Springs household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Saratoga Springs?

Rent in Saratoga Springs has increased 25.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Saratoga Springs rent compare to other cities in New York?

Saratoga Springs is middle-of-the-pack for New York for rent, ranking #63 out of 126 tracked cities at $2,374/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Saratoga Springs?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Saratoga Springs ($2,374/mo): Glens Falls ($1,419/mo), Troy ($1,501/mo), Clifton Park ($1,647/mo).

What percentage of Saratoga Springs residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 42.2% of Saratoga Springs households are renters, while 57.8% are owner-occupied. Saratoga Springs leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Saratoga Springs rent compare to the national average?

Saratoga Springs's median rent of $2,374/mo is $409 (21%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #63 out of 126 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

27%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,374/mo, rent takes ~27% of Saratoga Springs's median household income ($105,944/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Saratoga Springs 27%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4–10.9%

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