Apartments for rent in Wallkill, NY

Wallkill, New York is a small town with just over 2,000 residents. The town's population, at an average age of just under 40, ranks around the middle compared to other municipalities in New York, which has an average age of 39. Just 32% of residents rent in Wallkill, as home ownership is common in the area. With a relatively low average rent of $999/month in the town, renting remains an affordable option, particularly compared to other cities in New York. Over the course of a year, renters in Wallkill will save around $3,400 compared to the state average.

Compared to the national average (7%), Wallkill has a high concentration of residents older than 25 who have advanced degrees, as 13% have earned a Master's degree or a Doctorate. Additionally, 10% have a Bachelor's degree. There are three primary industries in Wallkill: education, healthcare, and retail. Together, these industries account for 19% of the town's workforce. Meanwhile, looking at job function, 9% of the town's population works in sales, making it the top career path in the town. Wallkill workers earn an average annual income of around $83K, about the same as those elsewhere in New York. Wallkill, however, compares more favorably to the national average of $73,345.

With an average commute time of about 39 minutes, slower than most cities in New York, Wallkill residents are well aware that it takes some patience getting to work. Many residents (37%) drive to work, while public transit isn't extensively used. Relatively few residents (3%) walk to work, though the number surpasses the national average.