How much does it cost to rent in Rocky Hill, CT?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Rocky Hill, CT is $1,857. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Rocky Hill cheaper than other Connecticut cities?

Rocky Hill is among the more affordable cities in Connecticut, ranking #45 out of 56 cities at $1,857/mo.

When was Rocky Hill rent data last updated?

Rocky Hill rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Rocky Hill

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·45th most expensive in Connecticut·Rental market data updated monthly for Rocky Hill, CT

Median rent (all units)

$1,857/mo

Year-over-Year

+1.3%

Month-over-Month

-1.5%

vs US Median

-$108

Falling (Monthly)

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Rocky Hill · $1,857

More expensive than 50% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

48/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Rocky Hill's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$1,857/mo

Expected by trend

$1,838/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,420

1 BR

$1,640

2 BR

$2,070

3 BR

$2,490

4 BR+

$2,960

Research median

$2,070/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

$22,284/yr

At $1,857/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Balanced Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.

Based on rent-price momentum (+1.3% YoY, -1.5% MoM), not inventory.

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2021 vs 2026

How Rocky Hill, CT has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,425 → $1,857

up 30.3%

Five years ago, renters in Rocky Hill, CT paid around $1,425 a month. That figure now sits near $1,857, up 30.3% from the 2021 baseline. Taken together, the five-year picture in Rocky Hill, CT reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Rocky Hill on your salary?

At $1,857/mo, how Rocky Hill rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $103,928/yr · Rent = 21.4% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $73,788/yr · Rent = 30.2% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $84,997/yr · Rent = 26.2% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $151,921/yr · Rent = 14.7% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $194,117/yr · Rent = 11.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $69,091/yr · Rent = 32.3% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $62,381/yr · Rent = 35.7% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $76,890/yr · Rent = 29% income

affordable

By apartment size

Rocky Hill rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Rocky Hill

About renting in Rocky Hill, CT

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Rocky Hill is $1,857/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,420/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,070/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,640/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,490/mo.

At 31% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Rocky Hill ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Rocky Hill an affordable city for renters?

Rocky Hill is considered moderate for renters. At $1,857/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Rocky Hill slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Rocky Hill?

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 $1,857/mo in Rocky Hill.

Is rent going up or down in Rocky Hill?

Rent in Rocky Hill has increased 1.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Rocky Hill rent compare to other cities in Connecticut?

Rocky Hill is one of the more affordable cities in Connecticut for rent, ranking #45 out of 56 tracked cities at $1,857/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Rocky Hill?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Rocky Hill ($1,857/mo): New Britain ($1,627/mo), Hartford ($1,672/mo).

How does Rocky Hill rent compare to the national average?

Rocky Hill's median rent of $1,857/mo is $108 (5%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Connecticut, it ranks #45 out of 56 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

31%

MODERATE

At $1,857/mo, rent takes ~31% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Rocky Hill 31%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3–6.99%

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