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Ridgefield

Pop. 6,970·4th most expensive in Connecticut·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$3,856/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-8.0%
vs US Median
+$1,891
Falling (Monthly)
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Ridgefield · $3,856
More expensive than 97% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
31% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $3,856/mo, rent takes about 31% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$154,000/yr
Local median income
$148,279/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Ridgefield's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,820
1 BR
$2,240
2 BR
$2,660
3 BR
$3,380
4 BR+
$3,660
Research median
$2,660/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
$46,272/yr
At $3,856/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -8.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Ridgefield, CT is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 68.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
6,970
Median income
$148,279
Median age
44.8
Renters
28.1%
Age distribution
20.9%
16%
27.7%
13.5%
21.9%
Under 1820.9%
18–3416%
35–5427.7%
55–6413.5%
65+21.9%
Gender
46.1%
53.9%
Male46.1%
Female53.9%
Race & ethnicity
83.7%
White83.7%
Black4.8%
Hispanic12.1%
Education (25+)
18%
68.9%
No HS diploma1.6%
HS diploma11.4%
Some college18%
Bachelor's+68.9%
Housing tenure
71.9%
28.1%
Owner71.9%
Renter28.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Ridgefield, CT has changed in 5 years

Income
$129,919 → $148,279
up 14.1%
Population
7,216 → 6,970
down 3.4%
Renter share
23.9% → 28.1%
+4.2 pts
Bachelor's+
75.4% → 68.9%
-6.5 pts
Median age
45.3 → 44.8
-0.5 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $129,919 in 2021 to $148,279 more recently. Headcount in the area went from 7,216 to 6,970 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.4% change. About 28.1% of households rent today, against 23.9% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher slipped from 75.4% to 68.9%.

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Ridgefield rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Ridgefield, CT

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Ridgefield is $3,856/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,820/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,660/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,240/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,380/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($148,279/yr), Ridgefield ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Ridgefield an affordable city for renters?

Ridgefield is considered moderate for renters. At $3,856/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($148,279/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Ridgefield slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Ridgefield?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $154,000/year (~$74/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $3,856/mo in Ridgefield. The local median household income is $148,279/yr, meaning the typical Ridgefield household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Ridgefield?

Rent in Ridgefield has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Ridgefield rent compare to other cities in Connecticut?

Ridgefield is one of the pricier cities in Connecticut for rent, ranking #4 out of 56 tracked cities at $3,856/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Ridgefield?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Ridgefield ($3,856/mo): Brookfield ($2,400/mo), Danbury ($2,439/mo), Norwalk ($2,718/mo).

What percentage of Ridgefield residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 28.1% of Ridgefield households are renters, while 71.9% are owner-occupied. Ridgefield leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Ridgefield rent compare to the national average?

Ridgefield's median rent of $3,856/mo is $1,891 (96%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Connecticut, it ranks #4 out of 56 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
31%
MODERATE

At $3,856/mo, rent takes ~31% of Ridgefield's median household income ($148,279/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Ridgefield 31%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.99%
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