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Stratford

·26th most expensive in Connecticut·Stratford rents are up 11.5% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,234/mo
Year-over-Year
+11.5%
Month-over-Month
+2.6%
vs US Median
+$272
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Stratford · $2,234
More expensive than 70% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
37% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,234/mo, rent takes about 37% of the US median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$89,000/yr
US median income
$72,000/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Stratford's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,360
1 BR
$1,580
2 BR
$1,980
3 BR
$2,460
4 BR+
$2,860
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,980/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,234 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 →

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$26,808/yr
At $2,234/mo median
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Rents are up 11.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+11.5% YoY, +2.6% MoM), not inventory.
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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Stratford is $2,234/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,360/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,980/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,580/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,460/mo.

At 37% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Stratford ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 11.5% over the past year.

FAQ

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Is Stratford an affordable city for renters?

Stratford is considered moderate for renters. At $2,234/mo, rent takes approximately 37% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Stratford slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Stratford?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $89,000/year (~$43/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,234/mo in Stratford.

Is rent going up or down in Stratford?

Rent in Stratford has increased 11.5% over the past year as of August 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Stratford rent compare to other cities in Connecticut?

Stratford is middle-of-the-pack for Connecticut for rent, ranking #26 out of 54 tracked cities at $2,234/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Stratford?

Bridgeport is nearby and more affordable at $2,084/mo, which is $150 less than Stratford.

How does Stratford rent compare to the national average?

Stratford's median rent of $2,234/mo is $272 (14%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Connecticut, it ranks #26 out of 54 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
37%
MODERATE

At $2,234/mo, rent takes ~37% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Stratford 37%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.99%
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