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Manchester

Pop. 36,759·38th most expensive in Connecticut·Rental market data updated monthly for Manchester, CT
Median rent (all units)
$2,001/mo
Year-over-Year
+3.6%
Month-over-Month
+2.2%
vs US Median
+$36
Rising (Monthly)
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Manchester · $2,001
More expensive than 59% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
57/100
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Rents are 4% below what Manchester's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$2,001/mo
Expected by trend
$2,074/mo
The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Manchester's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,255
1 BR
$1,445
2 BR
$1,830
3 BR
$2,205
4 BR+
$2,615
Research median
$1,830/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
$24,012/yr
At $2,001/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 3.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+3.6% YoY, +2.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Manchester, CT is majority owner-occupied, 31.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
36,759
Median income
$74,267
Median age
37.3
Renters
44.1%
Age distribution
19.1%
28.4%
24.6%
13.7%
14.2%
Under 1819.1%
18–3428.4%
35–5424.6%
55–6413.7%
65+14.2%
Gender
51.4%
48.6%
Male51.4%
Female48.6%
Race & ethnicity
54.4%
20%
20.7%
White54.4%
Black20%
Hispanic20.7%
Asian6.1%
Education (25+)
30.7%
30.1%
31.5%
No HS diploma7.7%
HS diploma30.7%
Some college30.1%
Bachelor's+31.5%
Housing tenure
55.9%
44.1%
Owner55.9%
Renter44.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Manchester, CT has changed in 5 years

Income
$66,637 → $74,267
up 11.5%
Population
36,832 → 36,759
down 0.2%
Renter share
45.6% → 44.1%
-1.5 pts
Bachelor's+
30% → 31.5%
+1.5 pts
Median age
36.5 → 37.3
+0.8 yrs

Census figures show median household income at $74,267 today, compared with $66,637 five years earlier. About 44.1% of households rent today, against 45.6% in 2021.

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At $2,001/mo, how Manchester rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

By apartment size

Manchester rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Manchester, CT

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Manchester is $2,001/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,255/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,830/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,445/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,205/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($74,267/yr), Manchester ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 3.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Manchester an affordable city for renters?

Manchester is considered moderate for renters. At $2,001/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($74,267/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Manchester slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Manchester?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $80,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,001/mo in Manchester. The local median household income is $74,267/yr, meaning the typical Manchester household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Manchester?

Rent in Manchester has increased 3.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Manchester neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Manchester are 06040 ($1,760/mo), and 06042 ($2,183/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Manchester is $2,001/mo.

How does Manchester rent compare to other cities in Connecticut?

Manchester is one of the more affordable cities in Connecticut for rent, ranking #38 out of 56 tracked cities at $2,001/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Manchester?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Manchester ($2,001/mo): East Hartford ($1,539/mo), Hartford ($1,672/mo), Vernon Rockville ($1,834/mo).

What percentage of Manchester residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 44.1% of Manchester households are renters, while 55.9% are owner-occupied. Manchester leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Manchester rent compare to the national average?

Manchester's median rent of $2,001/mo is $36 (2%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Connecticut, it ranks #38 out of 56 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
32%
MODERATE

At $2,001/mo, rent takes ~32% of Manchester's median household income ($74,267/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Manchester 32%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.99%
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