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

As of March 2026, the median monthly rent in Wainscott, NY is $38,500. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Wainscott cheaper than other New York cities?

Wainscott is one of the pricier cities in New York, ranking #1 out of 144 cities tracked at $38,500/mo.

When was Wainscott rent data last updated?

Wainscott rent data reflects March 2026 and was last refreshed on March 14, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Wainscott

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Pop. 612·1st most expensive in New York·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$38,500/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

Stable

vs US Median

+$36,535

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Wainscott · $38,500

More expensive than 100% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

353% of income

EXPENSIVE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $38,500/mo, rent takes about 353% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$1,540,000/yr

Local median income

$130,833/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Wainscott's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: March 14, 2026

Annual cost

$462,000/yr

At $38,500/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +0.0% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Wainscott, NY is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 59.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

612

Median income

$130,833

Median age

65.2

Renters

5.2%

Age distribution

14.2%

17.3%

12.7%

50.7%

Under 185.1%

18–3414.2%

35–5417.3%

55–6412.7%

65+50.7%

Gender

59%

41%

Male59%

Female41%

Race & ethnicity

89.9%

White89.9%

Black0.5%

Hispanic1%

Other8.7%

Education (25+)

24.3%

15.1%

59.2%

No HS diploma1.4%

HS diploma24.3%

Some college15.1%

Bachelor's+59.2%

Housing tenure

94.8%

Owner94.8%

Renter5.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Wainscott, NY has changed in 5 years

Income

$152,946 → $130,833

down 14.5%

Population

465 → 612

up 31.6%

Renter share

3.9% → 5.2%

+1.3 pts

Bachelor's+

66% → 59.2%

-6.8 pts

Median age

55.4 → 65.2

+9.8 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $152,946 to $130,833 across the same window, down 14.5% versus 2021. The population has grown by 31.6% since 2021, moving from about 465 residents to roughly 612. College-educated residents now make up 59.2% of adults here, versus 66% in 2021.

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Last updated: March 14, 2026

The median rent in Wainscott is $38,500/mo as of March 2026.

At 353% of local median household income ($130,833/yr), Wainscott ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Wainscott an affordable city for renters?

Wainscott is considered expensive for renters. At $38,500/mo, rent takes approximately 353% of the local median household income ($130,833/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Wainscott significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Wainscott?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $1,540,000/year (~$740/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $38,500/mo in Wainscott. The local median household income is $130,833/yr, meaning the typical Wainscott household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Wainscott?

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

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

Wainscott is one of the pricier cities in New York for rent, ranking #1 out of 144 tracked cities at $38,500/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Wainscott?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Wainscott ($38,500/mo): New London ($1,586/mo), Waterford ($2,173/mo), Southold ($4,250/mo).

What percentage of Wainscott residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 5.2% of Wainscott households are renters, while 94.8% are owner-occupied. Wainscott leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Wainscott rent compare to the national average?

Wainscott's median rent of $38,500/mo is $36,535 (1859%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #1 out of 144 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

353%

EXPENSIVE

At $38,500/mo, rent takes ~353% of Wainscott's median household income ($130,833/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Wainscott 353%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4–10.9%

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