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Farmington

·19th most expensive in Connecticut·Farmington rents are up 9.7% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,438/mo
Year-over-Year
+9.7%
Month-over-Month
+4.2%
vs US Median
+$476
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Farmington · $2,438
More expensive than 77% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
41% of income
STRETCHED
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,438/mo, rent takes about 41% of the US median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$98,000/yr
US median income
$72,000/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Farmington's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,540
1 BR
$1,780
2 BR
$2,250
3 BR
$2,710
4 BR+
$3,220
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$2,250/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,438 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 →

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$29,256/yr
At $2,438/mo median
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Rents are up 9.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+9.7% YoY, +4.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Farmington is $2,438/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,540/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,250/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,780/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,710/mo.

At 41% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Farmington ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 9.7% over the past year.

FAQ

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Is Farmington an affordable city for renters?

Farmington is considered stretched for renters. At $2,438/mo, rent takes approximately 41% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Farmington significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Farmington?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $98,000/year (~$47/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,438/mo in Farmington.

Is rent going up or down in Farmington?

Rent in Farmington has increased 9.7% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Farmington rent compare to other cities in Connecticut?

Farmington is middle-of-the-pack for Connecticut for rent, ranking #19 out of 54 tracked cities at $2,438/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Farmington?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Farmington ($2,438/mo): New Britain ($1,618/mo), Plainville ($1,631/mo), Bristol ($1,685/mo).

How does Farmington rent compare to the national average?

Farmington's median rent of $2,438/mo is $476 (24%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Connecticut, it ranks #19 out of 54 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
41%
STRETCHED

At $2,438/mo, rent takes ~41% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Farmington 41%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.99%
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