How much does it cost to rent in Wappingers Falls, NY?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Wappingers Falls, NY is $2,398. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Wappingers Falls cheaper than other New York cities?

Wappingers Falls falls in the middle range for New York, ranking #61 out of 126 cities at $2,398/mo.

When was Wappingers Falls rent data last updated?

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

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Wappingers Falls

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Pop. 5,761·61st most expensive in New York·Rental market data updated monthly for Wappingers Falls, NY

Median rent (all units)

$2,398/mo

Year-over-Year

-0.4%

Month-over-Month

-2.9%

vs US Median

+$433

Falling (Monthly)

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Wappingers Falls · $2,398

More expensive than 76% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

62/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 6% below what Wappingers Falls's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$2,398/mo

Expected by trend

$2,552/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,410

1 BR

$1,600

2 BR

$2,050

3 BR

$2,610

4 BR+

$2,830

Research median

$2,050/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

$28,776/yr

At $2,398/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are down 0.4% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (-0.4% YoY, -2.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Wappingers Falls, NY is majority renter-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

5,761

Median income

$65,040

Median age

49.8

Renters

68.8%

Age distribution

16.5%

19.7%

25%

13.1%

25.6%

Under 1816.5%

18–3419.7%

35–5425%

55–6413.1%

65+25.6%

Gender

45.8%

54.2%

Male45.8%

Female54.2%

Race & ethnicity

59.1%

31.2%

White59.1%

Black9.9%

Hispanic31.2%

Asian2.7%

Education (25+)

20.1%

30.8%

25.9%

23.3%

No HS diploma20.1%

HS diploma30.8%

Some college25.9%

Bachelor's+23.3%

Housing tenure

31.2%

68.8%

Owner31.2%

Renter68.8%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Wappingers Falls, NY has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,127 → $2,398

up 12.7%

Income

$59,607 → $65,040

up 9.1%

Population

6,074 → 5,761

down 5.2%

Renter share

66.4% → 68.8%

+2.4 pts

Bachelor's+

19.8% → 23.3%

+3.5 pts

Median age

42.2 → 49.8

+7.6 yrs

Rent in Wappingers Falls, NY has climbed 12.7% since 2023, going from about $2,127 per month to roughly $2,398 today. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $59,607 in 2021 to $65,040 more recently. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 3.6 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 6,074 to 5,761 between 2021 and 2024, a 5.2% change. About 68.8% of households rent today, against 66.4% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 19.8% to 23.3%. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Wappingers Falls, NY market of 2023.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Wappingers Falls on your salary?

At $2,398/mo, how Wappingers Falls rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $107,707/yr · Rent = 26.7% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $76,471/yr · Rent = 37.6% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $88,088/yr · Rent = 32.7% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $157,445/yr · Rent = 18.3% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $201,176/yr · Rent = 14.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $71,603/yr · Rent = 40.2% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $64,649/yr · Rent = 44.5% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $79,686/yr · Rent = 36.1% income

stretched

By apartment size

Wappingers Falls rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Wappingers Falls, NY

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Wappingers Falls is $2,398/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,410/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,050/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,600/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,610/mo.

At 44% of local median household income ($65,040/yr), Wappingers Falls ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 0.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Wappingers Falls an affordable city for renters?

Wappingers Falls is considered stretched for renters. At $2,398/mo, rent takes approximately 44% of the local median household income ($65,040/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Wappingers Falls significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Wappingers Falls?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $96,000/year (~$46/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,398/mo in Wappingers Falls. The local median household income is $65,040/yr, meaning the typical Wappingers Falls household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Wappingers Falls?

Rent in Wappingers Falls has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.4% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Wappingers Falls rent compare to other cities in New York?

Wappingers Falls is middle-of-the-pack for New York for rent, ranking #61 out of 126 tracked cities at $2,398/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Wappingers Falls?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Wappingers Falls ($2,398/mo): Poughkeepsie ($1,865/mo), Newburgh ($1,925/mo).

What percentage of Wappingers Falls residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 68.8% of Wappingers Falls households are renters, while 31.2% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Wappingers Falls has a strong rental market.

How does Wappingers Falls rent compare to the national average?

Wappingers Falls's median rent of $2,398/mo is $433 (22%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #61 out of 126 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

44%

STRETCHED

At $2,398/mo, rent takes ~44% of Wappingers Falls's median household income ($65,040/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Wappingers Falls 44%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4–10.9%

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