Utica

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Utica, NY

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Discover the many gems of this dynamic town

Affordable Diverse Historic Artistic Active Scenic Multicultural Welcoming Riverside Mountain Views

Nestled in the Mohawk Valley, Utica combines city living with natural surroundings. The city's neighborhoods feature diverse housing options, from historic Victorian homes in the Rutger-Steuben Park Historic District to contemporary apartments near downtown. One-bedroom apartments average $1,161 per month, showing a 3.5% annual increase. Downtown Utica houses the new Wynn Hospital, the historic Stanley Theater, and the Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute. The city's park system, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted Jr., includes F.T. Proctor Park and Memorial Parkway, while Val Bialas Ski Center offers winter recreation opportunities.

Utica's community spirit shines through its multicultural heritage, which has shaped the local dining scene. The city's signature dishes include chicken riggies and Utica greens, while restaurants throughout the city serve cuisine from around the world. The historic Matt Brewing Company, established in 1888 and among America's top craft breweries, continues to operate from its original West End location. With its mix of housing options, established neighborhoods, and cultural attractions, Utica offers renters an authentic community experience rooted in tradition while embracing growth.

Explore the City

The Stanley Theatre hosts a variety of concerts, shows and Broadway-style performances.

Utica resident golfers can take swings at the public Valley View Golf Course.

Utica is host to a number of outlets for entertainment, such as the Italian Festival.

Rent Trends

As of November 2025, the average apartment rent in Utica, NY is $934 for a studio, $1,131 for one bedroom, $1,428 for two bedrooms, and $1,053 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Utica has increased by 3.5% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,131/month
625 Sq Ft
House
$1,899/month
1,736 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,892/month
1,016 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Utica, NY is 4.0% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Utica is 14.5% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $934 - $1,428. You can expect to pay 1.7% less for groceries, 0.2% less for utilities, and 8.0% more for transportation.

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Transportation

66

Somewhat Walkable

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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.

1

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

51

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

Thomas Jefferson Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

456 Students

Hugh R Jones Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

405 Students

Deerfield Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

318 Students

Christopher Columbus Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

639 Students

Watson Williams Elementary School

Public

Grades K-6

630 Students

John F Kennedy Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

695 Students

Senator James H Donovan Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

730 Students

Thomas R Proctor High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,675 Students

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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.