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Ansonia

Pop. 19,033·42nd most expensive in Connecticut·Ansonia rents are up 9.5% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,863/mo
Year-over-Year
+9.5%
Month-over-Month
+0.2%
vs US Median
-$99
Stable (Monthly)
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Ansonia · $1,863
More expensive than 50% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
26% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,863/mo, rent takes about 26% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$75,000/yr
Local median income
$85,877/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Ansonia's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,170
1 BR
$1,410
2 BR
$1,700
3 BR
$2,050
4 BR+
$2,850
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,700/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,863 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$22,356/yr
At $1,863/mo median
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Rents are up 9.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+9.5% YoY, +0.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Ansonia, CT is majority owner-occupied, 21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
19,033
Median income
$85,877
Median age
40.1
Renters
41.9%
Age distribution
18.3%
24.5%
25.3%
13.8%
18.1%
Under 1818.3%
18–3424.5%
35–5425.3%
55–6413.8%
65+18.1%
Gender
48.5%
51.5%
Male48.5%
Female51.5%
Race & ethnicity
54.8%
14%
27.7%
White54.8%
Black14%
Hispanic27.7%
Asian2.1%
Other1.4%
Education (25+)
39%
28.8%
21.9%
No HS diploma10.4%
HS diploma39%
Some college28.8%
Bachelor's+21.9%
Housing tenure
58.1%
41.9%
Owner58.1%
Renter41.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Ansonia, CT has changed in 5 years

Income
$61,846 → $85,877
up 38.9%
Population
18,945 → 19,033
up 0.5%
Renter share
42.6% → 41.9%
-0.7 pts
Bachelor's+
22.9% → 21.9%
-1.0 pts
Median age
42.2 → 40.1
-2.1 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $61,846 to $85,877 across the same window, up 38.9% versus 2021.

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At $1,863/mo, how Ansonia rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

Ansonia rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Ansonia. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Ansonia, CT

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Ansonia is $1,863/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,170/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,700/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,410/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,050/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($85,877/yr), Ansonia ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 9.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Ansonia an affordable city for renters?

Ansonia is considered affordable for renters. At $1,863/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($85,877/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Ansonia falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Ansonia?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $75,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,863/mo in Ansonia. The local median household income is $85,877/yr, meaning the typical Ansonia household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Ansonia?

Rent in Ansonia has increased 9.5% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Ansonia rent compare to other cities in Connecticut?

Ansonia is one of the more affordable cities in Connecticut for rent, ranking #42 out of 54 tracked cities at $1,863/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Ansonia?

Seymour is nearby and more affordable at $1,799/mo, which is $64 less than Ansonia.

What percentage of Ansonia residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 41.9% of Ansonia households are renters, while 58.1% are owner-occupied. Ansonia leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Ansonia rent compare to the national average?

Ansonia's median rent of $1,863/mo is $99 (5%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Connecticut, it ranks #42 out of 54 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,863/mo, rent takes ~26% of Ansonia's median household income ($85,877/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Ansonia 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.99%
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