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Fairfield

·5th most expensive in Connecticut·Fairfield rents are up 11.7% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$3,365/mo
Year-over-Year
+11.7%
Month-over-Month
+2.6%
vs US Median
+$1,403
Rising (Monthly)
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Fairfield · $3,365
More expensive than 95% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Rent Reality Score
48/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Fairfield's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent
$3,365/mo
Expected by trend
$3,336/mo
The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Fairfield's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,855
1 BR
$2,160
2 BR
$2,705
3 BR
$3,355
4 BR+
$3,905
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$2,705/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $3,365 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
$40,380/yr
At $3,365/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 11.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+11.7% YoY, +2.6% MoM), not inventory.
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2021 vs 2026

How Fairfield, CT has changed in 5 years

Rent
$2,434 → $3,365
up 38.2%

Rent in Fairfield, CT has climbed 38.2% since 2021, going from about $2,434 per month to roughly $3,365 today. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Fairfield, CT reflects that arc in its own way.

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Fairfield rent by bedroom count

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Fairfield is $3,365/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,855/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,705/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,160/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,355/mo.

At 56% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Fairfield ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 11.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Fairfield an affordable city for renters?

Fairfield is considered expensive for renters. At $3,365/mo, rent takes approximately 56% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Fairfield significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Fairfield?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $135,000/year (~$65/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,365/mo in Fairfield.

Is rent going up or down in Fairfield?

Rent in Fairfield has increased 11.7% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Fairfield neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Fairfield are 06825 ($3,089/mo), and 06824 ($3,355/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Fairfield is $3,365/mo.

How does Fairfield rent compare to other cities in Connecticut?

Fairfield is one of the pricier cities in Connecticut for rent, ranking #5 out of 54 tracked cities at $3,365/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Fairfield?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Fairfield ($3,365/mo): Bridgeport ($2,084/mo), Stratford ($2,234/mo), Shelton ($2,673/mo).

How does Fairfield rent compare to the national average?

Fairfield's median rent of $3,365/mo is $1,403 (72%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Connecticut, it ranks #5 out of 54 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
56%
EXPENSIVE

At $3,365/mo, rent takes ~56% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Fairfield 56%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.99%
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