Median Age
37 Years
Largest Age Group
15-24 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
26%
Over 65
15%
Middletown
Middletown, NY Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,942
Population
30,579
Renter Mix
57% Rent
New York town gives commuters a serene escape from the city
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Located in New York's Hudson Valley region, Middletown combines historic architecture with contemporary living. The downtown area features diverse dining options and the restored Paramount Theatre, which continues to showcase films and live performances. Residents have easy access to Highland Lakes State Park, and the community comes together each summer for the Orange County Fair. The rental market remains active, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,862, reflecting a 3.5% annual increase. Housing choices range from restored Victorian properties along Highland Avenue to newer residential developments throughout the city.
SUNY Orange's main campus, anchored by the historic Morrison Hall (formerly Webb Horton mansion), adds to the city's character. Middletown's railroad heritage remains visible through preserved structures like the Ontario & Western Railway Station. The downtown district features professional offices and local businesses, while the Galleria at Crystal Run offers additional shopping options just outside city limits.
Explore the City
Route 211 in lined with shopping retail and restaurants in Middletown.
Middletown is located next to major highways like interstate-84.
The Orange County Fairgrounds host events all year in Middletown.
Middletown has a long history and ties to the railroad industry.
Middletown has a train station that will bring you to Secaucus Junction.
March is carp season for anglers at Fancher-Davidge Park in Middletown.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$62,660
Average: $85,458
Education
5,049
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
14,304
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Middletown has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
57%
Non-Renters
43%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
13%
Other Education
87%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Middletown, NY is $1,618 for a studio, $1,946 for one bedroom, $2,359 for two bedrooms, and $2,507 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Middletown has increased by 2.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,946/month
804 Sq Ft
House
$2,852/month
1,619 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,267/month
980 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Middletown, NY is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
746 Students
Minisink Valley Intermediate School
Public
Grades K-5
509 Students
Presidential Park Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
1,225 Students
Public
Grades K-5
1,064 Students
Minisink Valley Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
454 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
806 Students
Middletown Twin Towers Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
820 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
826 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,116 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,494 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Highland Lakes State Park
- Winding Hills Park Nature Center
- Neversink Valley Area Museum
Military Bases
Airports
- New York Stewart International
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Houses for Rent in Middletown
Property Management Companies in Middletown, NY
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North Point Management Corporation
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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 February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.