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West Harrison

·11th most expensive in New York·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$4,350/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+11.5%
vs US Median
+$2,385
Rising (Monthly)
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West Harrison · $4,350
More expensive than 98% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
73% of income
EXPENSIVE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $4,350/mo, rent takes about 73% of the US median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$174,000/yr
US median income
$72,000/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using West Harrison's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$52,200/yr
At $4,350/mo median
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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, +11.5% MoM), not inventory.
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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in West Harrison is $4,350/mo as of July 2026.

At 73% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), West Harrison ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

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Is West Harrison an affordable city for renters?

West Harrison is considered expensive for renters. At $4,350/mo, rent takes approximately 73% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. West Harrison significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in West Harrison?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $174,000/year (~$84/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $4,350/mo in West Harrison.

Is rent going up or down in West Harrison?

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

How does West Harrison rent compare to other cities in New York?

West Harrison is one of the pricier cities in New York for rent, ranking #11 out of 126 tracked cities at $4,350/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than West Harrison?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than West Harrison ($4,350/mo): Port Chester ($2,909/mo), White Plains ($3,228/mo), Purchase ($3,903/mo).

How does West Harrison rent compare to the national average?

West Harrison's median rent of $4,350/mo is $2,385 (121%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #11 out of 126 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
73%
EXPENSIVE

At $4,350/mo, rent takes ~73% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

West Harrison 73%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4–10.9%
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