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Rental Market Trends in Utica, NY

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Utica, NY is $1,163/month.

Rent in Utica is 30% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,163/month

Average Rent

624 Sq Ft

Average Size

-0.2%

Change / Year

157

Available Apartments

Utica rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Utica average $940 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Utica average $1,163 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Utica average $1,553 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Utica average $1,130 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$940/month
606 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,163/month
624 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,553/month
996 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,130/month
1,154 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,963/month
1,261 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Utica, NY?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.2%, which averages out to $1 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Utica, NY

September 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Utica, NY
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
39% $700 - $1,000/month
35% $1,001 - $1,500/month
22% $1,501 - $2,000/month
4% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Utica?

Based on current rent prices, West Utica and Downtown Utica" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Utica.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
West Utica
$1,572/month
618 Sq Ft
Downtown Utica
$1,602/month
678 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Utica?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Utica and West Utica" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Utica.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Utica
$1,602/month
678 Sq Ft
West Utica
$1,572/month
618 Sq Ft

Which Utica neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Utica with the most apartments available are Downtown Utica and West Utica" .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Utica
$1,602/month
678 Sq Ft
West Utica
$1,572/month
618 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Utica, NY?

Because the average rent in Utica is $1,163, you’ll want to make about $3,876 per month or $46,512 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Utica, NY is 2.8% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Utica is 8.4% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $940 - $1,553. You can expect to pay 2.8% less for groceries, 2.7% more for utilities, and 6.8% more for transportation.

City

Utica, NY

157 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Utica, NY compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Utica, NY to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

West Utica

Utica, NY

Downtown Utica

Utica, NY

Studio
$871/month
-
One Bedroom
$971/month
$1,625/month
Two Bedroom
$1,137/month
$1,528/month
Three Bedroom
$953/month
$1,414/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Yorkville

    Yorkville

    Avg Rent: $838/month

  • New York Mills

    New York Mills

    Avg Rent: $701/month

  • Whitesboro

    Whitesboro

    Avg Rent: $774/month

  • New Hartford

    New Hartford

    Avg Rent: $1,095/month

  • Marcy

    Marcy

    Avg Rent: $1,250/month

  • Frankfort

    Frankfort

    Avg Rent: $647/month

  • Schuyler

    Schuyler

    Avg Rent: $633/month

Apartment Communities in Utica We Think You'll Love

Hartford Mills Apartments

Hartford Mills Apartments

77 Clinton St,
New York Mills, NY 13417

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,050 - $1,500

Deerfield Place

Deerfield Place

1 Patriot Cir,
Utica, NY 13502

1-3 Beds | $2,365 - $3,395

Hotel St Apartments

Hotel St Apartments

119-137 Hotel St,
Utica, NY 13502

1-2 Beds | $1,400 - $2,400

The M Apartments

The M Apartments

239 Genesee St,
Utica, NY 13502

1-2 Beds | $1,550 - $2,500

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Utica?

The average rent in Utica is $1,163 per month, which is 30.2% lower than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Utica?

The average rent for a house in Utica, NY is $1,963 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Utica?

Rents in Utica, NY are decreasing, with prices down 0.2% year-over-year and $1 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Utica?

In Utica, NY, 39% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States New York Utica Rental Trends

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 September 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.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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