Binghamton

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Binghamton, NY

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Arts hub of the Southern Tier.

College Arts History Nightlife Diverse

Located at the meeting point of the Susquehanna and Chenango Rivers, Binghamton combines small-city charm with cultural attractions in New York's Southern Tier. Known as the Carousel Capital of the World, the city preserves its historic character while welcoming new development through Binghamton University's downtown campus. Housing options include Victorian-era homes in the West Side district and apartments throughout downtown. Current rental rates average $900 for one-bedroom units and $1,143 for two bedrooms. The First Ward features antique shops along Clinton Street, while the Southside neighborhood connects to downtown via the South Washington Street Bridge.

The local arts community shines during First Friday Art Walks, with galleries throughout downtown showcasing area artists. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the Binghamton River Trail's 1.5-mile path along the Chenango River. The annual Spiedie Fest and Balloon Rally at Otsiningo Park has become a regional tradition, drawing crowds each August. Recreation Park houses one of the city's historic carousels that inspired Binghamton's nickname. Downtown's mix of preserved architecture and newer developments centers around the Binghamton University Downtown Center, adding to the area's appeal.

Rent Trends

As of November 2025, the average apartment rent in Binghamton, NY is $685 for a studio, $902 for one bedroom, $1,153 for two bedrooms, and $1,082 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Binghamton has increased by 0.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$902/month
600 Sq Ft
House
$2,305/month
1,680 Sq Ft
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Transportation

62

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

56

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Woodrow Wilson School

Public

Grades PK-5

352 Students

Benjamin Franklin Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

399 Students

Brookside Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

386 Students

Calvin Coolidge School

Public

Grades PK-5

312 Students

Thomas Jefferson School

Public

Grades K-5

264 Students

West Middle School

Public

Grades PK & 6-8

506 Students

Chenango Forks Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

303 Students

Chenango Valley Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

370 Students

East Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

463 Students

Chenango Valley High School

Public

Grades 9-12

499 Students

Chenango Forks High School

Public

Grades 9-12

442 Students

Binghamton High School

Public

Grades PK & 9-12

1,341 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Binghamton Zoo
  • Discovery Center of the Southern Tier
  • Roberson Museum & Science Center
  • Aqua-Terra Park
  • Kopernik Observatory & Science Center

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.