Cost of Living in Oceanside, NY
Population: 31,907 • 2026 Data
$145,282
Median Household Income
+88% vs national
$2,118
Median Monthly Rent
+57% vs national
$626,700
Median Home Value
+85% vs national
5.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Oceanside
The median home value in Oceanside, NY is $626,700. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $2,118, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,736.
Rent-to-income ratio: 17.5%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Oceanside, NY is $145,282. The unemployment rate stands at 5.9%, with a labor force of 17,713 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.