4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in West Hempstead, NY
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in West Hempstead, New York as of August 2026. That's +6% higher than the citywide median of $3,781 and +59% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,522.
Income needed for a 4+ bedroom in West Hempstead
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 4+ bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in West Hempstead
Compare West Hempstead's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 4+ bedroom in New York
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elmira | $1,330 |
| 2 | Gloversville | $1,400 |
| 3 | Lockport | $1,450 |
| 4 | Niagara Falls | $1,458 |
| 5 | Potsdam | $1,470 |
| 6 | North Tonawanda | $1,480 |
| 7 | Palmyra | $1,570 |
| 8 | Utica | $1,590 |
| 9 | Auburn | $1,610 |
| 10 | Oneonta | $1,620 |
| 11 | Amsterdam | $1,650 |
| 12 | Buffalo | $1,670 |
| 13 | Tonawanda | $1,670 |
| 14 | Endicott | $1,680 |
| 15 | Rome | $1,680 |
Most expensive cities for a 4+ bedroom in New York
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rye | $5,610 |
| 2 | Woodbury | $5,390 |
| 3 | Garden City | $5,390 |
| 4 | Harrison | $5,120 |
| 5 | Scarsdale | $4,830 |
| 6 | Nanuet | $4,750 |
| 7 | Dobbs Ferry | $4,530 |
| 8 | Nyack | $4,440 |
| 9 | Plainview | $4,400 |
| 10 | White Plains | $4,350 |
| 11 | Hicksville | $4,330 |
| 12 | Larchmont | $4,280 |
| 13 | Mamaroneck | $4,240 |
| 14 | Hauppauge | $4,210 |
| 15 | Port Chester | $4,190 |
Nearby cities — 4+ bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than West Hempstead.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs West Hempstead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden City, NY | 2.6 mi | $5,390 | +$1,390 (+35%) |
| Oceanside, NY | 4.4 mi | $3,490 | $-510 (-13%) |
| Levittown, NY | 9.6 mi | $4,030 | +$30 (+1%) |
| Hicksville, NY | 10 mi | $4,330 | +$330 (+8%) |
| Farmingdale, NY | 15.4 mi | $3,440 | $-560 (-14%) |
| Larchmont, NY | 18.4 mi | $4,280 | +$280 (+7%) |
| Mamaroneck, NY | 18.8 mi | $4,240 | +$240 (+6%) |
| West Babylon, NY | 20.4 mi | $3,580 | $-420 (-10%) |
| Scarsdale, NY | 22.5 mi | $4,830 | +$830 (+21%) |
| Yonkers, NY | 22.6 mi | $3,635 | $-365 (-9%) |
| Palisades Park, NJ | 26 mi | $3,610 | $-390 (-10%) |
| North Bergen Township, NJ | 26.6 mi | $3,360 | $-640 (-16%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in West Hempstead — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in West Hempstead?
As of August 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in West Hempstead, New York is $4,000 per month. This is +6% higher than the citywide median of $3,781.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in West Hempstead?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $160,000 ($13,333/month gross), which works out to roughly $76.92/hour at a full-time job.
Is West Hempstead expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
West Hempstead's 4+ bedroom median of $4,000 is +59% above the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,522. It ranks in the 89th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does West Hempstead rank for 4+ bedroom rent in New York?
Among the 121 cities in New York with 4+ bedroom data, West Hempstead ranks #96 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near West Hempstead?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include Oceanside ($3,490), Farmingdale ($3,440), West Babylon ($3,580).