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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Stamford, CT is $2,954. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Stamford cheaper than other Connecticut cities?

Stamford is one of the pricier cities in Connecticut, ranking #6 out of 56 cities tracked at $2,954/mo.

When was Stamford rent data last updated?

Stamford 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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Stamford

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Pop. 137,144·6th most expensive in Connecticut·One of the pricier rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$2,954/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.9%

Month-over-Month

+1.4%

vs US Median

+$989

Rising (Monthly)

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Stamford · $2,954

More expensive than 90% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

52/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent

$2,954/mo

Expected by trend

$2,977/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,838

1 BR

$2,233

2 BR

$2,680

3 BR

$3,263

4 BR+

$3,638

Research median

$2,680/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

$35,448/yr

At $2,954/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (2.9% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.9% YoY, +1.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Stamford, CT is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income above the national average, 51.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

137,144

Median income

$111,586

Median age

38.4

Renters

51.2%

Age distribution

18.4%

26.8%

26.5%

12.1%

16.2%

Under 1818.4%

18–3426.8%

35–5426.5%

55–6412.1%

65+16.2%

Gender

48.3%

51.7%

Male48.3%

Female51.7%

Race & ethnicity

46.6%

18.1%

28.3%

White46.6%

Black18.1%

Hispanic28.3%

Asian7.4%

Education (25+)

17.9%

19.2%

51.7%

No HS diploma11.2%

HS diploma17.9%

Some college19.2%

Bachelor's+51.7%

Housing tenure

48.8%

51.2%

Owner48.8%

Renter51.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Stamford, CT has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,269 → $2,954

up 30.2%

Income

$99,791 → $111,586

up 11.8%

Population

134,820 → 137,144

up 1.7%

Renter share

50.9% → 51.2%

+0.3 pts

Bachelor's+

52.3% → 51.7%

-0.6 pts

The median rent in Stamford, CT stood at $2,269 in 2021 and currently runs about $2,954, reflecting a 30.2% increase over the period. Median household income rose from $99,791 to $111,586 between 2021 and 2024, a 11.8% shift. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 1.7% since 2021, moving from about 134,820 residents to roughly 137,144. Taken together, the five-year picture in Stamford, 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 Stamford on your salary?

At $2,954/mo, how Stamford rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $103,928/yr · Rent = 34.1% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $73,788/yr · Rent = 48% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $84,997/yr · Rent = 41.7% income

rent-burdened

Software Developer

Avg $151,921/yr · Rent = 23.3% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $194,117/yr · Rent = 18.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $69,091/yr · Rent = 51.3% income

severely rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $62,381/yr · Rent = 56.8% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $76,890/yr · Rent = 46.1% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Stamford rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Stamford

About renting in Stamford, CT

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Stamford is $2,954/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,838/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,680/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $2,233/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $3,263/mo.

At 32% of local median household income ($111,586/yr), Stamford ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Stamford an affordable city for renters?

Stamford is considered moderate for renters. At $2,954/mo, rent takes approximately 32% of the local median household income ($111,586/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Stamford slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Stamford?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $118,000/year (~$57/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,954/mo in Stamford. The local median household income is $111,586/yr, meaning the typical Stamford household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Stamford?

Rent in Stamford has increased 2.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Stamford neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Stamford are 06906 ($2,554/mo), 06905 ($2,566/mo), and 06901 ($2,999/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Stamford is $2,954/mo.

How does Stamford rent compare to other cities in Connecticut?

Stamford is one of the pricier cities in Connecticut for rent, ranking #6 out of 56 tracked cities at $2,954/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Stamford?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Stamford ($2,954/mo): Norwalk ($2,718/mo), Port Chester ($2,909/mo).

What percentage of Stamford residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 51.2% of Stamford households are renters, while 48.8% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Stamford has a strong rental market.

How does Stamford rent compare to the national average?

Stamford's median rent of $2,954/mo is $989 (50%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Connecticut, it ranks #6 out of 56 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

32%

MODERATE

At $2,954/mo, rent takes ~32% of Stamford's median household income ($111,586/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Stamford 32%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3–6.99%

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