salaryRent is lower than in 73% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs under 3 years of household income, which is easy by U.S. standards. Commutes are short, about 19.3 minutes.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $49,520 a year. That is $24 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 44 of 343 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Glens Falls?
Share of households by yearly income. 21.1% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Glens Falls
| Size | Glens Falls | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,384 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,061 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,205 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,481 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,647 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Glens Falls overall?
Everyday prices in the Glens Falls metro area are 5% below the U.S. average (index 94.9, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Glens Falls
Life in Glens Falls
What jobs pay in Glens Falls
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Nurse Practitioner | $133,810 | 11.1% |
| Physician Assistant | $132,700 | 11.2% |
| Pharmacist | $132,150 | 11.2% |
| Software Developer | $132,040 | 11.3% |
| Lawyer | $109,240 | 13.6% |
| Registered Nurse | $104,000 | 14.3% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $100,230 | 14.8% |
| Operations Manager | $98,650 | 15.1% |
| Civil Engineer | $92,160 | 16.1% |
| Dental Hygienist | $85,220 | 17.4% |
| Plumber | $81,820 | 18.2% |
| Accountant | $80,340 | 18.5% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,470 | 18.9% |
| Electrician | $77,660 | 19.1% |
| Police Officer | $73,800 | 20.1% |
| Market Research Analyst | $72,580 | 20.5% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $62,120 | 23.9% |
| HVAC Technician | $60,780 | 24.4% |
| Carpenter | $58,560 | 25.4% |
| Truck Driver | $57,870 | 25.7% |
| Medical Assistant | $47,860 | 31.0% |
| Customer Service Representative | $45,830 | 32.4% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $43,900 | 33.8% |
| Warehouse Worker | $39,170 | 37.9% |
| Restaurant Cook | $38,730 | 38.4% |
| Retail Salesperson | $35,070 | 42.4% |
| Cashier | $33,470 | 44.4% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Glens Falls?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $234 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $212,200 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $21,220 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Glens Falls, NY?
Renting in Glens Falls costs a median of about $1,238 a month in 2026, including utilities. The New York median is $2,177.
How much do I need to make to live in Glens Falls?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $49,520 a year, or $24 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Glens Falls cheap or expensive?
Glens Falls is rated OK: rent takes 20.3% of the typical household income of $73,109. It ranks 44th cheapest of 343 New York cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Glens Falls?
The median homeowner in Glens Falls pays $4,472 a year in property taxes, about 2.11% of the median home value.
Is Glens Falls more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 5% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Glens Falls?
The median home value in Glens Falls is $212,200, about 2.9 times the typical yearly household income.
14,609 people live in Glens Falls. Numbers are typical (middle) values.