Average Rent in Utica, NY (2026)
The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in Utica, NY is $944/month as of 2026, based on HUD data across 19 ZIP codes. Rents have changed +1.4% year over year (HUD Fair Market Rent), so an increase above 1.4% exceeds the local trend. Rents range from $840 to $1,130.
Average Rent · 1-Bedroom
$944/mo
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent · 19 zip codes
Year-over-Year
↑ +1.4%
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent
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Average rent in Utica, NY ranges from $840 to $1,130 across 19 ZIP codes.
The average 1-bedroom rent in Utica is $944/month based on HUD Fair Market Rent data. Year-over-year rent trends in Utica show a +1.4% change based on HUD Fair Market Rent. A rent increase above 1.4% in this area is above the local market trend.
Based on HUD Fair Market Rent data, a fair rent increase in Utica, NY is approximately 1.4% for 2026. An increase above 1.4% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rent, HUD SAFMR, Rentcast. Updated October 2025.
📊 Market trend data is limited for this area. The analysis below uses federal rent benchmarks.
What Should Rent Cost in Utica?
Typical rent ranges based on HUD benchmarks and market data. In areas with limited listing data, ranges reflect federal benchmarks and may be wider than actual market conditions.
A studio in Utica typically rents for $914 – $987.
Rents above $1,135 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in Utica typically rents for $944 – $1,020.
Rents above $1,173 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in Utica typically rents for $1,194 – $1,290.
Rents above $1,483 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in Utica typically rents for $1,433 – $1,548.
Rents above $1,780 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in Utica typically rents for $1,654 – $1,786.
Rents above $2,054 are in the top 25% for this area.
Federal Rent Benchmarks for Utica
HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks published annually by HUD. They provide a consistent baseline for comparing rents across areas.
Studio
$914
HUD Fair Market Rent
1-Bedroom
$944
HUD Fair Market Rent
2-Bedroom
$1,194
HUD Fair Market Rent
3-Bedroom
$1,433
HUD Fair Market Rent
4-Bedroom
$1,654
HUD Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Zip Codes in Utica
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SAFMR rates are zip-specific.
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Questions about rent in Utica
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in Utica, NY?
The average 1-bedroom fair market rent in Utica, NY is $944/month as of 2026, based on HUD rent data across 19 ZIP codes in the city.
What is a fair rent increase in Utica?
A rent increase up to about 1.4% is broadly in line with the recent market trend in Utica. Increases above that level are above trend and should be tested against neighborhood-level pricing and comparable rentals.
Are rents going up or down in Utica?
Rents in Utica have changed +1.4% year over year based on the trend measure shown on this page.
How much do rents vary across Utica?
1-bedroom rents across Utica range from $840 to $1,130 on this page, showing that rent can vary materially across ZIP codes within the same city.
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