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

As of August 2026, the median monthly rent in Norwich, CT is $1,842. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Norwich cheaper than other Connecticut cities?

Norwich is among the more affordable cities in Connecticut, ranking #43 out of 54 cities at $1,842/mo.

When was Norwich rent data last updated?

Norwich rent data reflects August 2026 and was last refreshed on August 17, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

What is the Fair Market Rent in Norwich, CT?

HUD sets the Fair Market Rent for a two-bedroom home in Norwich, CT at $1,500 per month, which is 19% below the $1,842 market median. Fair Market Rent is the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) payment standard. It is a 40th-percentile gross rent that includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash, and HUD updates it once a year, so it measures something different from current market asking rent.

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Norwich

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Pop. 39,973·43rd most expensive in Connecticut·Norwich rents are up 12.2% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,842/mo

Year-over-Year

+12.2%

Month-over-Month

-2.2%

vs US Median

-$120

Falling (Monthly)

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Norwich · $1,842

More affordable than 51% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo

Rent Reality Score

56/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$1,842/mo

Expected by trend

$1,897/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,030

1 BR

$1,220

2 BR

$1,500

3 BR

$1,940

4 BR+

$2,510

Fair Market Rent (HUD)

$1,500/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,842 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

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost

$22,104/yr

At $1,842/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 12.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+12.2% YoY, -2.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Norwich, CT is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 23.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

39,973

Median income

$65,024

Median age

38.5

Renters

46.2%

Age distribution

20.9%

24.6%

25.1%

12.4%

16.9%

Under 1820.9%

18–3424.6%

35–5425.1%

55–6412.4%

65+16.9%

Gender

50.4%

49.6%

Male50.4%

Female49.6%

Race & ethnicity

60.4%

21.9%

White60.4%

Black10.5%

Hispanic21.9%

Asian6.9%

Education (25+)

12.5%

35.1%

29.2%

23.1%

No HS diploma12.5%

HS diploma35.1%

Some college29.2%

Bachelor's+23.1%

Housing tenure

53.8%

46.2%

Owner53.8%

Renter46.2%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Norwich, CT has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,451 → $1,842

up 26.9%

Income

$59,791 → $65,024

up 8.8%

Population

40,020 → 39,973

down 0.1%

Renter share

47% → 46.2%

-0.8 pts

Bachelor's+

19.5% → 23.1%

+3.6 pts

Median age

39.3 → 38.5

-0.8 yrs

The median rent in Norwich, CT stood at $1,451 in 2023 and currently runs about $1,842, reflecting a 26.9% increase over the period. Household income in the area moved from $59,791 to $65,024 across the same window, up 8.8% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. College-educated residents now make up 23.1% of adults here, versus 19.5% in 2021. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Norwich, CT look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Norwich on your salary?

At $1,842/mo, how Norwich rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $103,928/yr · Rent = 21.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $73,788/yr · Rent = 30% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $84,997/yr · Rent = 26% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $151,921/yr · Rent = 14.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $194,117/yr · Rent = 11.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $69,091/yr · Rent = 32% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $62,381/yr · Rent = 35.4% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $76,890/yr · Rent = 28.7% income

affordable

By apartment size

Norwich rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Norwich

About renting in Norwich, CT

Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Norwich is $1,842/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,030/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,500/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,220/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,940/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($65,024/yr), Norwich ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 12.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Norwich an affordable city for renters?

Norwich is considered moderate for renters. At $1,842/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($65,024/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Norwich slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Norwich?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $74,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,842/mo in Norwich. The local median household income is $65,024/yr, meaning the typical Norwich household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Norwich?

Rent in Norwich has increased 12.2% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Norwich rent compare to other cities in Connecticut?

Norwich is one of the more affordable cities in Connecticut for rent, ranking #43 out of 54 tracked cities at $1,842/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Norwich?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Norwich ($1,842/mo): New London ($1,589/mo), Willimantic ($1,758/mo).

What percentage of Norwich residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 46.2% of Norwich households are renters, while 53.8% are owner-occupied. Norwich leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Norwich rent compare to the national average?

Norwich's median rent of $1,842/mo is $120 (6%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Connecticut, it ranks #43 out of 54 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

34%

MODERATE

At $1,842/mo, rent takes ~34% of Norwich's median household income ($65,024/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Norwich 34%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3–6.99%

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