salaryRent is lower than in 51% of U.S. cities. Commutes are short, about 11.1 minutes. Most households rent (96%), so there are plenty of rental options.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $65,640 a year. That is $32 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other New York cities?
Yes. Rent here is cheaper than in most of New York. It is number 106 of 343 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Fort Drum?
Share of households by yearly income. 12.2% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Fort Drum
| Size | Fort Drum | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | $2,255 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,537 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,989 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $2,153 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Fort Drum overall?
Everyday prices in the Watertown-Fort Drum metro area are 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.7, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Fort Drum
Life in Fort Drum
What jobs pay in Fort Drum
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $143,250 | 13.7% |
| Lawyer | $136,970 | 14.4% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $133,900 | 14.7% |
| Physician Assistant | $128,870 | 15.3% |
| Software Developer | $119,350 | 16.5% |
| Registered Nurse | $96,070 | 20.5% |
| Civil Engineer | $94,340 | 20.9% |
| Operations Manager | $93,870 | 21.0% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $82,430 | 23.9% |
| Dental Hygienist | $81,170 | 24.3% |
| Police Officer | $79,540 | 24.8% |
| Electrician | $78,550 | 25.1% |
| Accountant | $77,470 | 25.4% |
| HVAC Technician | $62,850 | 31.3% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $62,150 | 31.7% |
| Plumber | $61,490 | 32.0% |
| Firefighter | $60,700 | 32.4% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $60,320 | 32.6% |
| Market Research Analyst | $59,700 | 33.0% |
| Carpenter | $57,840 | 34.0% |
| Truck Driver | $55,260 | 35.6% |
| Customer Service Representative | $39,830 | 49.4% |
| Medical Assistant | $39,110 | 50.4% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $38,590 | 51.0% |
| Nursing Assistant | $38,320 | 51.4% |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,280 | 52.8% |
| Restaurant Cook | $36,830 | 53.5% |
| Retail Salesperson | $34,280 | 57.4% |
| Cashier | $33,040 | 59.6% |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Fort Drum, NY?
Renting in Fort Drum costs a median of about $1,641 a month in 2026, including utilities. The New York median is $2,177.
How much do I need to make to live in Fort Drum?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $65,640 a year, or $32 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Fort Drum cheap or expensive?
Fort Drum is rated OK: rent takes 29.3% of the typical household income of $67,181. It ranks 106th cheapest of 343 New York cities we track.
Is Fort Drum more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 12% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
16,065 people live in Fort Drum. Numbers are typical (middle) values.