How much does it cost to rent in East Haven, CT?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in East Haven, CT is $2,084. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is East Haven cheaper than other Connecticut cities?

East Haven falls in the middle range for Connecticut, ranking #33 out of 56 cities at $2,084/mo.

When was East Haven rent data last updated?

East Haven rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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East Haven

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Pop. 27,806·33rd most expensive in Connecticut·East Haven rents are up 13.9% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,084/mo

Year-over-Year

+13.9%

Month-over-Month

-0.2%

vs US Median

+$119

Stable (Monthly)

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East Haven · $2,084

More expensive than 63% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

26% of income

AFFORDABLE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,084/mo, rent takes about 26% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$83,000/yr

Local median income

$94,628/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using East Haven's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,380

1 BR

$1,480

2 BR

$1,810

3 BR

$2,250

4 BR+

$2,540

Research median

$1,810/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$25,008/yr

At $2,084/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 13.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+13.9% YoY, -0.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

East Haven, CT is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 25.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

27,806

Median income

$94,628

Median age

45.7

Renters

25.4%

Age distribution

16.8%

18.4%

26.5%

17.9%

20.5%

Under 1816.8%

18–3418.4%

35–5426.5%

55–6417.9%

65+20.5%

Gender

46.6%

53.4%

Male46.6%

Female53.4%

Race & ethnicity

71.1%

21.7%

White71.1%

Black5.1%

Hispanic21.7%

Asian3.1%

Education (25+)

41.2%

24.6%

25.8%

No HS diploma8.4%

HS diploma41.2%

Some college24.6%

Bachelor's+25.8%

Housing tenure

74.6%

25.4%

Owner74.6%

Renter25.4%

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

2023 vs 2026

How East Haven, CT has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,779 → $2,084

up 17.1%

Income

$74,238 → $94,628

up 27.5%

Population

28,054 → 27,806

down 0.9%

Renter share

25.8% → 25.4%

-0.4 pts

Bachelor's+

22.4% → 25.8%

+3.4 pts

Median age

43.3 → 45.7

+2.4 yrs

Five years ago, renters in East Haven, CT paid around $1,779 a month. That figure now sits near $2,084, up 17.1% from the 2023 baseline. Median household income climbed from $74,238 to $94,628 between 2021 and 2024, a 27.5% shift. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 22.4% to 25.8% across the same window. Taken together, the five-year picture in East Haven, CT reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in East Haven on your salary?

At $2,084/mo, how East Haven rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $103,928/yr · Rent = 24.1% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $73,788/yr · Rent = 33.9% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $84,997/yr · Rent = 29.4% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $151,921/yr · Rent = 16.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $194,117/yr · Rent = 12.9% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $69,091/yr · Rent = 36.2% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $62,381/yr · Rent = 40.1% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $76,890/yr · Rent = 32.5% income

stretched

By apartment size

East Haven rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in East Haven

About renting in East Haven, CT

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in East Haven is $2,084/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,380/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,810/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,480/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,250/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($94,628/yr), East Haven ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 13.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is East Haven an affordable city for renters?

East Haven is considered affordable for renters. At $2,084/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($94,628/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. East Haven falls comfortably within that range.

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

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $83,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,084/mo in East Haven. The local median household income is $94,628/yr, meaning the typical East Haven household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in East Haven?

Rent in East Haven has increased 13.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

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

East Haven is middle-of-the-pack for Connecticut for rent, ranking #33 out of 56 tracked cities at $2,084/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than East Haven?

West Haven is nearby and more affordable at $2,005/mo, which is $79 less than East Haven.

What percentage of East Haven residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 25.4% of East Haven households are renters, while 74.6% are owner-occupied. East Haven leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does East Haven rent compare to the national average?

East Haven's median rent of $2,084/mo is $119 (6%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Connecticut, it ranks #33 out of 56 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

26%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,084/mo, rent takes ~26% of East Haven's median household income ($94,628/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

East Haven 26%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3–6.99%

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