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Scarsdale

Pop. 18,010·2nd most expensive in New York·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$9,756/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+9.7%
vs US Median
+$7,791
Rising (Monthly)
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Scarsdale · $9,756
More expensive than 100% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
47% of income
STRETCHED
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $9,756/mo, rent takes about 47% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$390,000/yr
Local median income
$250,001/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Scarsdale's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$117,072/yr
At $9,756/mo median
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Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +9.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Scarsdale, NY is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 91.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
18,010
Median income
$250,001
Median age
41.5
Renters
7.7%
Age distribution
33.4%
33.3%
14.5%
Under 1833.4%
18–348%
35–5433.3%
55–6410.9%
65+14.5%
Gender
50.6%
49.4%
Male50.6%
Female49.4%
Race & ethnicity
64.2%
20.4%
White64.2%
Black1.8%
Hispanic4.6%
Asian20.4%
Other9%
Education (25+)
91.2%
No HS diploma1.6%
HS diploma3%
Some college4.2%
Bachelor's+91.2%
Housing tenure
92.3%
Owner92.3%
Renter7.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Scarsdale, NY has changed in 5 years

Income
$250,001 → $250,001
up 0.0%
Population
18,063 → 18,010
down 0.3%
Renter share
9.5% → 7.7%
-1.8 pts
Bachelor's+
90.7% → 91.2%
+0.5 pts

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $250,001 in 2021 to $250,001 more recently. About 7.7% of households rent today, against 9.5% in 2021.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Scarsdale is $9,756/mo as of July 2026.

At 47% of local median household income ($250,001/yr), Scarsdale ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Scarsdale an affordable city for renters?

Scarsdale is considered stretched for renters. At $9,756/mo, rent takes approximately 47% of the local median household income ($250,001/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Scarsdale significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Scarsdale?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $390,000/year (~$188/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $9,756/mo in Scarsdale. The local median household income is $250,001/yr, meaning the typical Scarsdale household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Scarsdale?

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

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

Scarsdale is one of the pricier cities in New York for rent, ranking #2 out of 126 tracked cities at $9,756/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Scarsdale?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Scarsdale ($9,756/mo): Eastchester ($2,683/mo), White Plains ($3,228/mo), Mamaroneck ($4,144/mo).

What percentage of Scarsdale residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 7.7% of Scarsdale households are renters, while 92.3% are owner-occupied. Scarsdale leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Scarsdale rent compare to the national average?

Scarsdale's median rent of $9,756/mo is $7,791 (396%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #2 out of 126 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
47%
STRETCHED

At $9,756/mo, rent takes ~47% of Scarsdale's median household income ($250,001/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Scarsdale 47%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4–10.9%
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