How much does it cost to rent in Middletown, CT?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Middletown, CT is $1,996. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Middletown cheaper than other Connecticut cities?

Middletown is among the more affordable cities in Connecticut, ranking #39 out of 56 cities at $1,996/mo.

When was Middletown rent data last updated?

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

City Report · CT

Middletown

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Pop. 47,958·39th most expensive in Connecticut·Middletown rents are up 8.4% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,996/mo

Year-over-Year

+8.4%

Month-over-Month

-1.9%

vs US Median

+$31

Falling (Monthly)

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Middletown · $1,996

More expensive than 59% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

57/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 3% below what Middletown's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,996/mo

Expected by trend

$2,066/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Middletown's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,170

1 BR

$1,350

2 BR

$1,710

3 BR

$2,060

4 BR+

$2,440

Research median

$1,710/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

$23,952/yr

At $1,996/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (8.4% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+8.4% YoY, -1.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Middletown, CT is roughly split between renters and owners, skews toward younger working-age adults, 40.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

47,958

Median income

$79,438

Median age

38.1

Renters

47.1%

Age distribution

14.3%

32.4%

23.1%

13.6%

16.5%

Under 1814.3%

18–3432.4%

35–5423.1%

55–6413.6%

65+16.5%

Gender

48.4%

51.6%

Male48.4%

Female51.6%

Race & ethnicity

65.6%

14.8%

12.6%

White65.6%

Black14.8%

Hispanic12.6%

Asian5.9%

Other1.1%

Education (25+)

27.2%

26.4%

40.2%

No HS diploma6.2%

HS diploma27.2%

Some college26.4%

Bachelor's+40.2%

Housing tenure

52.9%

47.1%

Owner52.9%

Renter47.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Middletown, CT has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,468 → $1,996

up 36.0%

Income

$67,485 → $79,438

up 17.7%

Population

47,164 → 47,958

up 1.7%

Renter share

46.4% → 47.1%

+0.7 pts

Bachelor's+

39.4% → 40.2%

+0.8 pts

Median age

39.5 → 38.1

-1.4 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Middletown, CT paid around $1,468 a month. That figure now sits near $1,996, up 36.0% from the 2021 baseline. Median household income climbed from $67,485 to $79,438 between 2021 and 2024, a 17.7% shift. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Middletown, CT adding about 794 residents over the five-year window, up 1.7% on net. Taken together, the five-year picture in Middletown, 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 Middletown on your salary?

At $1,996/mo, how Middletown rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $103,928/yr · Rent = 23% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $73,788/yr · Rent = 32.5% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $84,997/yr · Rent = 28.2% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $151,921/yr · Rent = 15.8% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $194,117/yr · Rent = 12.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $69,091/yr · Rent = 34.7% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $62,381/yr · Rent = 38.4% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $76,890/yr · Rent = 31.2% income

stretched

By apartment size

Middletown rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Middletown

About renting in Middletown, CT

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Middletown is $1,996/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,170/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,710/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,350/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,060/mo.

At 30% of local median household income ($79,438/yr), Middletown ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Middletown an affordable city for renters?

Middletown is considered moderate for renters. At $1,996/mo, rent takes approximately 30% of the local median household income ($79,438/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Middletown slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Middletown?

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 $1,996/mo in Middletown. The local median household income is $79,438/yr, meaning the typical Middletown household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Middletown?

Rent in Middletown has increased 8.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Middletown rent compare to other cities in Connecticut?

Middletown is one of the more affordable cities in Connecticut for rent, ranking #39 out of 56 tracked cities at $1,996/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Middletown?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Middletown ($1,996/mo): Meriden ($1,748/mo), Rocky Hill ($1,857/mo), Wallingford ($1,967/mo).

What percentage of Middletown residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 47.1% of Middletown households are renters, while 52.9% are owner-occupied. Middletown leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Middletown rent compare to the national average?

Middletown's median rent of $1,996/mo is $31 (2%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Connecticut, it ranks #39 out of 56 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

30%

MODERATE

At $1,996/mo, rent takes ~30% of Middletown's median household income ($79,438/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Middletown 30%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3–6.99%

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