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Newington

Pop. 30,896·15th most expensive in Connecticut·Rental market data updated monthly for Newington, CT
Median rent (all units)
$2,518/mo
Year-over-Year
+2.2%
Month-over-Month
+2.7%
vs US Median
+$556
Rising (Monthly)
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Newington · $2,518
More expensive than 80% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
29% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,518/mo, rent takes about 29% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$101,000/yr
Local median income
$102,884/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Newington's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,210
1 BR
$1,400
2 BR
$1,770
3 BR
$2,130
4 BR+
$2,530
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,770/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,518 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

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$30,216/yr
At $2,518/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 2.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+2.2% YoY, +2.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Newington, CT is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 40% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
30,896
Median income
$102,884
Median age
45.3
Renters
21.8%
Age distribution
16.3%
21.1%
24.8%
16.5%
21.2%
Under 1816.3%
18–3421.1%
35–5424.8%
55–6416.5%
65+21.2%
Gender
47.3%
52.7%
Male47.3%
Female52.7%
Race & ethnicity
74%
12.9%
White74%
Black4.5%
Hispanic12.9%
Asian6.4%
Other2.1%
Education (25+)
26.6%
26.9%
40%
No HS diploma6.5%
HS diploma26.6%
Some college26.9%
Bachelor's+40%
Housing tenure
78.2%
21.8%
Owner78.2%
Renter21.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Newington, CT has changed in 5 years

Income
$90,314 → $102,884
up 13.9%
Population
30,493 → 30,896
up 1.3%
Renter share
22.1% → 21.8%
-0.3 pts
Bachelor's+
39% → 40%
+1.0 pts
Median age
46.1 → 45.3
-0.8 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Newington, CT now reports about $102,884, up from $90,314 in 2021. The population has grown by 1.3% since 2021, moving from about 30,493 residents to roughly 30,896.

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Newington rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Newington, CT

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Newington is $2,518/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,210/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,770/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,400/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,130/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($102,884/yr), Newington ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Newington an affordable city for renters?

Newington is considered affordable for renters. At $2,518/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($102,884/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Newington falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Newington?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $101,000/year (~$49/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,518/mo in Newington. The local median household income is $102,884/yr, meaning the typical Newington household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Newington?

Rent in Newington has increased 2.2% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Newington rent compare to other cities in Connecticut?

Newington is one of the pricier cities in Connecticut for rent, ranking #15 out of 54 tracked cities at $2,518/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Newington?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Newington ($2,518/mo): New Britain ($1,618/mo), Hartford ($1,632/mo), Rocky Hill ($1,919/mo).

What percentage of Newington residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 21.8% of Newington households are renters, while 78.2% are owner-occupied. Newington leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Newington rent compare to the national average?

Newington's median rent of $2,518/mo is $556 (28%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Connecticut, it ranks #15 out of 54 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
29%
AFFORDABLE

At $2,518/mo, rent takes ~29% of Newington's median household income ($102,884/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Newington 29%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.99%
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