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ZIP 10029

Part of New York, NY
Pop. 77,447·New York County·70th most expensive ZIP in New York
Median rent (all units)
$3,591/mo
Year-over-Year
+17.0%
Month-over-Month
+4.2%
vs US Median
+$1,626
Rising (Monthly)
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ZIP 10029 · $3,591
More expensive than 96% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$2,170
1 BR
$2,260
2 BR
$2,510
3 BR
$3,120
4 BR+
$3,370
Research median
$2,510/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$43,092/yr
At $3,591/mo median
Location
StateNY
CountyNew York County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 17.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+17.0% YoY, +4.2% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 10029 (New York, NY) is majority renter-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 34.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
77,447
Median income
$38,695
Median age
37.8
Renters
92.8%
Age distribution
20%
24.8%
27.2%
16.2%
Under 1820%
18–3424.8%
35–5427.2%
55–6411.8%
65+16.2%
Gender
45.2%
54.8%
Male45.2%
Female54.8%
Race & ethnicity
19.5%
31%
42.2%
White19.5%
Black31%
Hispanic42.2%
Asian11.5%
Education (25+)
21.5%
23.7%
20.2%
34.6%
No HS diploma21.5%
HS diploma23.7%
Some college20.2%
Bachelor's+34.6%
Housing tenure
92.8%
Owner7.2%
Renter92.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 10029 in New York, NY has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,258 → $3,591
up 59.0%
Income
$33,901 → $38,695
up 14.1%
Population
77,661 → 77,447
down 0.3%
Renter share
92.9% → 92.8%
-0.1 pts
Bachelor's+
31.8% → 34.6%
+2.8 pts
Median age
38.4 → 37.8
-0.6 yrs

Five years ago, renters in ZIP 10029 in New York, NY paid around $2,258 a month. That figure now sits near $3,591, up 59.0% from the 2021 baseline. On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 10029 in New York, NY now reports about $38,695, up from $33,901 in 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 31.8% to 34.6% across the same window. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and ZIP 10029 in New York, NY reflects that arc in its own way.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 10029 covers New York, NY. The median rent here is $3,591/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $2,260/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $2,510/mo.

At 111% of local median household income ($38,695/yr), ZIP 10029 ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 17.0% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 10029?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 10029 (New York, NY) is $3,591. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 10029 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 10029's median rent of $3,591/mo is $1,626 (83%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 10029 compare to other ZIPs in New York?

ZIP 10029 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in New York, ranking #70 out of 344 ZIPs tracked at $3,591/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 10029?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $144,000/year (~$69/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,591/mo in ZIP 10029. The local median household income is $38,695/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 10029?

Rent in ZIP 10029 has increased 17.0% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 10029 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 10029 is considered expensive for renters. At $3,591/mo, rent takes approximately 111% of the local median household income ($38,695/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 10029 significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

What percentage of ZIP 10029 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 92.8% of ZIP 10029 households are renters, while 7.2% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, ZIP 10029 has a strong rental market.

How does ZIP 10029 compare to the rest of New York?

ZIP 10029 is more affordable than New York overall. At $3,591/mo, it's $542 below the New York citywide median of $4,133/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 10029 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 10029 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
111%
EXPENSIVE

At $3,591/mo, rent takes ~111% of ZIP 10029's median household income ($38,695/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 10029 111%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4–10.9%
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