Cost of Living in Newburgh, NY
Population: 28,649 • 2026 Data
$51,006
Median Household Income
-34% vs national
$1,363
Median Monthly Rent
+1% vs national
$221,100
Median Home Value
-35% vs national
5.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Newburgh
The median home value in Newburgh, NY is $221,100. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,363, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,454.
Rent-to-income ratio: 32.1%. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, indicating housing costs may be a burden for median-income households.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Newburgh, NY is $51,006. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5%, with a labor force of 13,631 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.