Apartments for rent in New Paltz, NY

New Paltz is a small town in New York with a population of approximately 7,000. Young adults (15-24) will feel right at home, as they account for an above-average percentage of the community, while young professionals are less well-represented. Overall, the town's population, with an average age of just over 28, is decidedly younger than most cities in New York. Most residents rent in New Paltz, and 28% of residents are homeowners. At $1,310 per month, the average rent is roughly on par with the state average.

New Paltz residents have an average commute of about 26 minutes. Driving is the typical way to get to work, opted for by 22% of workers, while public transportation isn't used widely. Walking (13%) isn't a common method of commuting to work, though the number is significantly greater than the national average.

Many New Paltz residents work in one of three industries: entertainment, education, and retail. Combined, these industries make up 27% of the labor force in the town. Meanwhile, in terms of job function, many of the town's workers are in sales, as 5% of the town's population reports this as their field of work, the highest number of any profession. With an average annual income of about $61K, New Paltz workers earn less than their peers elsewhere in the state. The town's average income also trails the national average ($73,345). Compared to the national average (7%), New Paltz has a relatively large concentration of residents older than 25 with advanced degrees, as 9% possess a Master's degree or a Doctoral degree. Furthermore, 8% have earned a Bachelor's degree.