Median Age
38 Years
Largest Age Group
15-24 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
27%
Over 65
15%
Monroe, NY
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,334
Population
22,258
Renter Mix
22% Rent
A charming town in the heart of the Lake Region
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Located in southern Orange County about 55 miles north of New York City, Monroe is a fairly large town enveloped in the natural beauty of the region. The community sits on the edge of the sprawling Harriman State Park, with Sterling Forest and Goosepond Mountain also bordering the town. Many neighborhoods sit on the shores of small lakes and ponds, with the tranquil Crane Park forming the central landmark of the community.
The small Downtown district surrounding Crane Park features an eclectic mix of locally-owned businesses, from classic diners and neighborhood pubs to international bistros and the popular Town of Monroe Civic and Arts Center. Living in Monroe will also put you just minutes away from the Mt. Peter Ski Area, as well as the New York Renaissance Faire.
Explore the City
A condominium townhouse community in Monroe, NY.
A stone colonial style house in Monroe, NY.
The playground at Smith's Clove Park in Monroe, N Y.
The walking paths at Crane Park in Monroe, NY.
Monroe locals swing by Wayback Burgers for a quick lunch on a work day.
The Monroe Free Library is located downtown within walking distance of Crane Park.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$118,336
Average: $140,871
Education
6,611
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
11,454
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Monroe has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
22%
Non-Renters
78%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
26%
Other Education
74%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Monroe, NY is $1,334 for one bedroom, $2,225 for two bedrooms, and $2,800 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Monroe has increased by 1.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,334/month
270 Sq Ft
House
$3,358/month
1,735 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Monroe, NY is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-8
226 Students
Public
Grades K-5
559 Students
Public
Grades K-5
746 Students
Public
Grades K-8
151 Students
Kiryas Joel Early Childhood Educational Center
Public
Grades PK-5
15 Students
Public
Grades K-8
226 Students
Public
Grades K-8
151 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Goosepond Mountain State Park
- Mt. Peter Ski Area
- Sterling Forest State Park
- Harriman State Park (NY)
- Anthony Wayne Recreation Area
Commuter Rail
Airports
- New York Stewart International
- Westchester County
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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.