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Webster

Pop. 5,718·88th most expensive in New York·Rental market data updated monthly for Webster, NY
Median rent (all units)
$1,657/mo
Year-over-Year
-4.2%
Month-over-Month
-0.2%
vs US Median
-$308
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Webster · $1,657
More affordable than 65% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
71/100
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Rents are 10% below what Webster's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,657/mo
Expected by trend
$1,848/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,250
1 BR
$1,400
2 BR
$1,740
3 BR
$2,100
4 BR+
$2,310
Research median
$1,740/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
$19,884/yr
At $1,657/mo median
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Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (down 4.2% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (-4.2% YoY, -0.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Webster, NY is majority renter-occupied, 41.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
5,718
Median income
$70,495
Median age
38.4
Renters
64%
Age distribution
15.7%
23.4%
31.4%
18.4%
Under 1815.7%
18–3423.4%
35–5431.4%
55–6411.1%
65+18.4%
Gender
45.3%
54.7%
Male45.3%
Female54.7%
Race & ethnicity
85.7%
White85.7%
Black7.1%
Hispanic3.8%
Asian2.1%
Other1.2%
Education (25+)
23.9%
23.6%
41.3%
No HS diploma11.3%
HS diploma23.9%
Some college23.6%
Bachelor's+41.3%
Housing tenure
36%
64%
Owner36%
Renter64%

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

2022 vs 2026

How Webster, NY has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,484 → $1,657
up 11.7%
Income
$46,430 → $70,495
up 51.8%
Population
5,717 → 5,718
up 0.0%
Renter share
61.6% → 64%
+2.4 pts
Bachelor's+
37.2% → 41.3%
+4.1 pts
Median age
42.8 → 38.4
-4.4 yrs

The median rent in Webster, NY stood at $1,484 in 2022 and currently runs about $1,657, reflecting a 11.7% increase over the period. On the earnings side, the typical household in Webster, NY now reports about $70,495, up from $46,430 in 2021. On paper, paychecks moved up faster than rent, which softens the affordability squeeze versus the 2021 baseline. Renters now make up 64% of households, compared with 61.6% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 41.3% of adults here, versus 37.2% in 2021. For context, the 2022 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Webster, NY reflects that arc in its own way.

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Webster rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Webster, NY

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Webster is $1,657/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,250/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,740/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,400/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,100/mo.

At 28% of local median household income ($70,495/yr), Webster ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 4.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Webster an affordable city for renters?

Webster is considered affordable for renters. At $1,657/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($70,495/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Webster falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Webster?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $66,000/year (~$32/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,657/mo in Webster. The local median household income is $70,495/yr, meaning the typical Webster household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Webster?

Rent in Webster has decreased 4.2% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

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

Webster is one of the more affordable cities in New York for rent, ranking #88 out of 126 tracked cities at $1,657/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Webster?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Webster ($1,657/mo): Henrietta ($1,473/mo), Rochester ($1,532/mo), Penfield ($1,647/mo).

What percentage of Webster residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 64% of Webster households are renters, while 36% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Webster has a strong rental market.

How does Webster rent compare to the national average?

Webster's median rent of $1,657/mo is $308 (16%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #88 out of 126 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
28%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,657/mo, rent takes ~28% of Webster's median household income ($70,495/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Webster 28%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4–10.9%
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