How much does it cost to rent in Syracuse, NY?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Syracuse, NY is $1,546. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Syracuse cheaper than other New York cities?

Syracuse is among the more affordable cities in New York, ranking #95 out of 126 cities at $1,546/mo.

When was Syracuse rent data last updated?

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

Is Syracuse a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Syracuse is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (down 2.5% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Syracuse

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Pop. 146,384·95th most expensive in New York·Rental market data updated monthly for Syracuse, NY

Median rent (all units)

$1,546/mo

Year-over-Year

-2.5%

Month-over-Month

-1.1%

vs US Median

-$419

Falling (Monthly)

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Syracuse · $1,546

More affordable than 73% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

61/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 5% below what Syracuse's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,546/mo

Expected by trend

$1,632/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$954

1 BR

$1,064

2 BR

$1,309

3 BR

$1,601

4 BR+

$1,804

Research median

$1,309/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

$18,552/yr

At $1,546/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 2.5% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (-2.5% YoY, -1.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Syracuse, NY is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 31.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

146,384

Median income

$47,819

Median age

31.8

Renters

58.4%

Age distribution

20.5%

34%

20.4%

14.4%

Under 1820.5%

18–3434%

35–5420.4%

55–6410.7%

65+14.4%

Gender

48.3%

51.7%

Male48.3%

Female51.7%

Race & ethnicity

50.8%

27.3%

White50.8%

Black27.3%

Hispanic10.2%

Asian7.3%

Other4.3%

Education (25+)

14.7%

26.4%

27.6%

31.2%

No HS diploma14.7%

HS diploma26.4%

Some college27.6%

Bachelor's+31.2%

Housing tenure

41.6%

58.4%

Owner41.6%

Renter58.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Syracuse, NY has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,137 → $1,546

up 36.0%

Income

$40,490 → $47,819

up 18.1%

Population

146,781 → 146,384

down 0.3%

Renter share

60.4% → 58.4%

-2.0 pts

Bachelor's+

28.9% → 31.2%

+2.3 pts

Five years ago, renters in Syracuse, NY paid around $1,137 a month. That figure now sits near $1,546, up 36.0% from the 2021 baseline. On the earnings side, the typical household in Syracuse, NY now reports about $47,819, up from $40,490 in 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. The renter share has eased from 60.4% to 58.4%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 28.9% to 31.2% across the same window. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Syracuse, NY reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Syracuse on your salary?

At $1,546/mo, how Syracuse rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $107,707/yr · Rent = 17.2% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $76,471/yr · Rent = 24.3% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $88,088/yr · Rent = 21.1% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $157,445/yr · Rent = 11.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $201,176/yr · Rent = 9.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $71,603/yr · Rent = 25.9% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $64,649/yr · Rent = 28.7% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $79,686/yr · Rent = 23.3% income

affordable

By apartment size

Syracuse rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Syracuse

About renting in Syracuse, NY

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Syracuse is $1,546/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $954/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,309/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,064/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,601/mo.

At 39% of local median household income ($47,819/yr), Syracuse ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Syracuse an affordable city for renters?

Syracuse is considered moderate for renters. At $1,546/mo, rent takes approximately 39% of the local median household income ($47,819/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Syracuse slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Syracuse?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $62,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,546/mo in Syracuse. The local median household income is $47,819/yr, meaning the typical Syracuse household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Syracuse?

Rent in Syracuse has decreased 2.5% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Which Syracuse neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Syracuse are 13208 ($1,313/mo), 13203 ($1,464/mo), and 13206 ($1,481/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Syracuse is $1,546/mo.

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

Syracuse is one of the more affordable cities in New York for rent, ranking #95 out of 126 tracked cities at $1,546/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Syracuse?

Auburn is nearby and more affordable at $1,425/mo, which is $121 less than Syracuse.

What percentage of Syracuse residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 58.4% of Syracuse households are renters, while 41.6% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Syracuse has a strong rental market.

How does Syracuse rent compare to the national average?

Syracuse's median rent of $1,546/mo is $419 (21%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #95 out of 126 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

39%

MODERATE

At $1,546/mo, rent takes ~39% of Syracuse's median household income ($47,819/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Syracuse 39%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4–10.9%

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