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Norwich

Pop. 39,973·43rd most expensive in Connecticut·Norwich rents are up 17.2% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,883/mo
Year-over-Year
+17.2%
Month-over-Month
-3.3%
vs US Median
-$82
Falling (Monthly)
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Norwich · $1,883
More expensive than 51% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
52/100
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Rents are right about where Norwich's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent
$1,883/mo
Expected by trend
$1,904/mo
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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
Research median
$1,500/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
$22,596/yr
At $1,883/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 17.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+17.2% YoY, -3.3% 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 → $1,883
up 29.8%
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 $1,883, reflecting a 29.8% 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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Norwich rent by bedroom count

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Local insights

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About renting in Norwich, CT

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Norwich is $1,883/mo as of July 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 35% of local median household income ($65,024/yr), Norwich ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 17.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Norwich an affordable city for renters?

Norwich is considered moderate for renters. At $1,883/mo, rent takes approximately 35% 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 $75,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,883/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 17.2% over the past year as of July 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 56 tracked cities at $1,883/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Norwich?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Norwich ($1,883/mo): New London ($1,586/mo), Griswold ($1,862/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 $1,883/mo is $82 (4%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Connecticut, it ranks #43 out of 56 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
35%
MODERATE

At $1,883/mo, rent takes ~35% of Norwich's median household income ($65,024/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Norwich 35%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.99%
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