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East Hartford

Pop. 50,918·52nd most expensive in Connecticut·East Hartford rents are up 9.5% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,564/mo
Year-over-Year
+9.5%
Month-over-Month
+1.6%
vs US Median
-$398
Rising (Monthly)
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East Hartford · $1,564
More affordable than 72% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Rent Reality Score
45/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 2% above what East Hartford's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent
$1,564/mo
Expected by trend
$1,529/mo
The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where East Hartford's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,010
1 BR
$1,170
2 BR
$1,480
3 BR
$1,780
4 BR+
$2,120
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,480/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,564 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
$18,768/yr
At $1,564/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
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, +1.6% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

East Hartford, CT is majority owner-occupied, 17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
50,918
Median income
$70,778
Median age
38.1
Renters
39.6%
Age distribution
21.7%
24.2%
26.4%
12.9%
14.8%
Under 1821.7%
18–3424.2%
35–5426.4%
55–6412.9%
65+14.8%
Gender
48.7%
51.3%
Male48.7%
Female51.3%
Race & ethnicity
38.3%
24.6%
40.1%
White38.3%
Black24.6%
Hispanic40.1%
Asian3.8%
Education (25+)
12.8%
38.7%
31.3%
17.2%
No HS diploma12.8%
HS diploma38.7%
Some college31.3%
Bachelor's+17.2%
Housing tenure
60.4%
39.6%
Owner60.4%
Renter39.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How East Hartford, CT has changed in 5 years

Income
$58,922 → $70,778
up 20.1%
Population
50,971 → 50,918
down 0.1%
Renter share
41.5% → 39.6%
-1.9 pts
Bachelor's+
19.4% → 17.2%
-2.2 pts
Median age
37.4 → 38.1
+0.7 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $58,922 in 2021 to $70,778 more recently. Renters now make up 39.6% of households, compared with 41.5% five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 17.2% of adults here, versus 19.4% in 2021.

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By apartment size

East Hartford rent by bedroom count

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About renting in East Hartford, CT

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in East Hartford is $1,564/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,010/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,480/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,170/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,780/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($70,778/yr), East Hartford ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 9.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is East Hartford an affordable city for renters?

East Hartford is considered affordable for renters. At $1,564/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($70,778/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. East Hartford falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in East Hartford?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $63,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,564/mo in East Hartford. The local median household income is $70,778/yr, meaning the typical East Hartford household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in East Hartford?

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

How does East Hartford rent compare to other cities in Connecticut?

East Hartford is one of the more affordable cities in Connecticut for rent, ranking #52 out of 54 tracked cities at $1,564/mo.

What percentage of East Hartford residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 39.6% of East Hartford households are renters, while 60.4% are owner-occupied. East Hartford leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does East Hartford rent compare to the national average?

East Hartford's median rent of $1,564/mo is $398 (20%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Connecticut, it ranks #52 out of 54 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
27%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,564/mo, rent takes ~27% of East Hartford's median household income ($70,778/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

East Hartford 27%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.99%
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