Housing by town in Putnam County, New York
Putnam County, New York has 16 places with Census figures, and its median gross rent is $1,775 (±$83) a month (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
16.2% of its households rent.
The median gross rent was $1,453 in 2015–2019 (+22.2%; No measurable change after inflation).
the Town of Patterson has the highest median gross rent ($2,048) and the Town of Kent the lowest ($1,606).
Figures last updated on .
- Median gross rent
- $1,775 (±$83)
- Households that rent
- 16.2%
- Median household income
- $126,257
- Places
- 16
Cities, towns and townships in Putnam County
| Place | Median gross rent | Households that rent | Median household income | Median home value | Median real estate taxes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town of Carmel | $1,683 | 14.6% | $131,835 | $495,100 | $10,000 or more |
| Town of Kent | $1,606 | 12.5% | $129,012 | $390,100 | $9,796 |
| Town of Patterson | $2,048 | 18.7% | $102,149 | $409,500 | $9,603 |
| Town of Philipstown | $1,930 | 20.2% | $140,557 | $615,000 | $10,000 or more |
| Town of Putnam Valley | $2,000 | 10.3% | $137,656 | $510,900 | $10,000 or more |
| Town of Southeast | $1,755 | 21.3% | $110,815 | $446,900 | $9,493 |
Villages and places inside a township in Putnam County
| Place | Median gross rent | Households that rent | Median household income | Median home value | Median real estate taxes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Village of Brewster | $1,657 | 78.7% | $62,886 | $398,200 | $10,000 or more |
| Village of Cold Spring | $1,777 | 35.1% | $117,292 | $600,100 | $10,000 or more |
| Village of Nelsonville | $1,902 | 26.2% | $153,750 | $599,700 | $9,010 |
Unincorporated communities in Putnam County
| Place | Median gross rent | Households that rent | Median household income | Median home value | Median real estate taxes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brewster Heights | — | 0.0% | $144,485 | $384,300 | $7,622 |
| Brewster Hill | — | 5.9% | $107,875 | $464,400 | $9,778 |
| Carmel (community) | $1,150 | 25.0% | $114,954 | $488,300 | $10,000 or more |
| Lake Carmel | $1,565 | 14.1% | $109,243 | $363,700 | $8,957 |
| Mahopac | $1,931 | 19.2% | $110,023 | $470,900 | $10,000 or more |
| Peach Lake | $2,157 | 15.1% | $147,083 | $513,800 | $7,589 |
| Putnam Lake | $1,750 | 3.8% | $103,561 | $337,000 | $7,918 |
HUD income limits, fiscal year 2026
| Household size | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low (80%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $35,650 | $59,400 | $88,100 |
| 2 people | $40,750 | $67,850 | $100,700 |
| 3 people | $45,850 | $76,350 | $113,300 |
| 4 people | $50,900 | $84,800 | $125,850 |
| 5 people | $55,000 | $91,600 | $135,950 |
| 6 people | $59,050 | $98,400 | $146,000 |
| 7 people | $63,150 | $105,200 | $156,100 |
| 8 people | $67,200 | $111,950 | $166,150 |
How the places in Putnam County rank across New York
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Crime reported to police in Putnam County
| Year | Violent crimes | Violent per 100,000 | Property crimes | Property per 100,000 | Residents served | Departments reporting in full |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 38 | 38 | 334 | 338 | 98,760 | 5 of 5 |
| 2024 | 49 | 50 | 388 | 394 | 98,567 | 4 of 5 |
| 2025 | 50 | 50 | 294 | 295 | 99,556 | 5 of 5 |
In 2025, the police departments that report for Putnam County recorded 50 violent and 294 property crimes, 50 and 295 per 100,000 residents.
Every department with residents of its own in the county reported every month that year.
The county figure adds up its city and town police, its sheriff and any state police with residents of their own; a university or transit force is left out, because the people it serves are already counted by the town around them.
The FBI asks that these figures not be used to rank places or to judge how safe a neighborhood is.
Police departments in Putnam County, 2025
| Department | Residents served | Violent crimes | Property crimes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Putnam County Sheriff's Office | 48,114 | 25 | 131 |
| Carmel Town Police Department | 34,090 | 14 | 104 |
| Kent Town Police Department | 12,851 | 11 | 51 |
| Brewster Police Department | 2,503 | 0 | 6 |
| Cold Spring Village Police Department | 1,998 | 0 | 2 |
ZIP codes in Putnam County
| ZIP code | Residents | Median gross rent | Median home value | Median household income | Households that rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10541 | 26,361 | $1,888 | $508,500 | $138,617 | 11.2% |
| 10512 | 24,234 | $1,492 | $410,500 | $117,701 | 17.3% |
| 10509 | 20,046 | $1,784 | $458,300 | $116,831 | 21.2% |
| 10579 | 9,019 | $2,638 | $548,400 | $132,500 | 9.4% |
| 12563 | 7,304 | $1,544 | $412,300 | $98,415 | 17.1% |
| 10516 | 5,362 | $1,824 | $639,200 | $140,225 | 25.7% |
| 10524 | 4,578 | $2,457 | $560,600 | $146,250 | 14.1% |
| 10537 | 2,439 | $2,583 | $410,000 | $132,117 | 18.0% |
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Questions about Putnam County
What is the crime rate in Putnam County?
In 2025, the police departments that report for Putnam County recorded 50 violent and 295 property crimes per 100,000 residents (50 violent and 294 property crimes in all).
Which place in Putnam County has the highest rent?
the Town of Patterson has the highest median gross rent, $2,048 (±$217) a month (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Which place in Putnam County has the lowest rent?
the Town of Kent has the lowest median gross rent, $1,606 (±$224) a month.
What is the median rent in Putnam County, New York?
The median gross rent in Putnam County is $1,775 (±$83) a month (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Sources
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Putnam County, New York
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Putnam County, New York
- HUD Income Limits, fiscal year 2026: Westchester County, NY Statutory Exception Area
- FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program, Crime Data Explorer
- FBI: Uniform Crime Reporting statistics and their proper use
- US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates for ZIP Code Tabulation Areas
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