How much does it cost to rent in New Britain, CT?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in New Britain, CT is $1,627. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is New Britain cheaper than other Connecticut cities?

New Britain is among the more affordable cities in Connecticut, ranking #51 out of 56 cities at $1,627/mo.

When was New Britain rent data last updated?

New Britain 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

New Britain

Name: Average Rent Prices in New Britain, CT
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Pop. 74,223·51st most expensive in Connecticut·Rental market data updated monthly for New Britain, CT

Median rent (all units)

$1,627/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.5%

Month-over-Month

+0.3%

vs US Median

-$338

Stable (Monthly)

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New Britain · $1,627

More affordable than 67% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

61/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 5% below what New Britain's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,627/mo

Expected by trend

$1,721/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$980

1 BR

$1,125

2 BR

$1,425

3 BR

$1,715

4 BR+

$2,040

Research median

$1,425/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

$19,524/yr

At $1,627/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (2.5% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.5% YoY, +0.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

New Britain, CT is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

74,223

Median income

$58,613

Median age

34.3

Renters

54.9%

Age distribution

22%

29%

23.4%

14.6%

Under 1822%

18–3429%

35–5423.4%

55–6411.1%

65+14.6%

Gender

48.2%

51.8%

Male48.2%

Female51.8%

Race & ethnicity

51%

13%

41.8%

White51%

Black13%

Hispanic41.8%

Asian2.5%

Education (25+)

16.5%

36.6%

27.3%

19.6%

No HS diploma16.5%

HS diploma36.6%

Some college27.3%

Bachelor's+19.6%

Housing tenure

45.1%

54.9%

Owner45.1%

Renter54.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How New Britain, CT has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,095 → $1,627

up 48.6%

Income

$50,379 → $58,613

up 16.3%

Population

74,022 → 74,223

up 0.3%

Renter share

58.8% → 54.9%

-3.9 pts

Bachelor's+

19.7% → 19.6%

-0.1 pts

Median age

33.2 → 34.3

+1.1 yrs

Five years ago, renters in New Britain, CT paid around $1,095 a month. That figure now sits near $1,627, up 48.6% from the 2021 baseline. On the earnings side, the typical household in New Britain, CT now reports about $58,613, up from $50,379 in 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. The renter share has eased from 58.8% to 54.9%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and New Britain, CT reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in New Britain on your salary?

At $1,627/mo, how New Britain rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $103,928/yr · Rent = 18.8% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $73,788/yr · Rent = 26.5% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $84,997/yr · Rent = 23% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $151,921/yr · Rent = 12.9% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $194,117/yr · Rent = 10.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $69,091/yr · Rent = 28.3% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $62,381/yr · Rent = 31.3% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $76,890/yr · Rent = 25.4% income

affordable

By apartment size

New Britain rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in New Britain

About renting in New Britain, CT

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in New Britain is $1,627/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $980/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,425/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,125/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,715/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($58,613/yr), New Britain ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is New Britain an affordable city for renters?

New Britain is considered moderate for renters. At $1,627/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($58,613/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. New Britain slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in New Britain?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $65,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,627/mo in New Britain. The local median household income is $58,613/yr, meaning the typical New Britain household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in New Britain?

Rent in New Britain has increased 2.5% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which New Britain neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in New Britain are 06051 ($1,579/mo), and 06053 ($1,659/mo). Citywide, the median rent in New Britain is $1,627/mo.

How does New Britain rent compare to other cities in Connecticut?

New Britain is one of the more affordable cities in Connecticut for rent, ranking #51 out of 56 tracked cities at $1,627/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than New Britain?

Plainville is nearby and more affordable at $1,460/mo, which is $167 less than New Britain.

What percentage of New Britain residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 54.9% of New Britain households are renters, while 45.1% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, New Britain has a strong rental market.

How does New Britain rent compare to the national average?

New Britain's median rent of $1,627/mo is $338 (17%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Connecticut, it ranks #51 out of 56 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

33%

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At $1,627/mo, rent takes ~33% of New Britain's median household income ($58,613/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

New Britain 33%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3–6.99%

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