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Torrington

Pop. 35,547·50th most expensive in Connecticut·Rental market data updated monthly for Torrington, CT
Median rent (all units)
$1,604/mo
Year-over-Year
-2.1%
Month-over-Month
-2.1%
vs US Median
-$358
Falling (Monthly)
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Torrington · $1,604
More affordable than 69% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
27% of income
AFFORDABLE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,604/mo, rent takes about 27% of the local median household income, comfortably within the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$64,000/yr
Local median income
$70,856/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Torrington's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$960
1 BR
$1,130
2 BR
$1,400
3 BR
$1,750
4 BR+
$2,000
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,400/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,604 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 →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$19,248/yr
At $1,604/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 2.1% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-2.1% YoY, -2.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Torrington, CT is majority owner-occupied, 24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
35,547
Median income
$70,856
Median age
42.9
Renters
33.9%
Age distribution
17.9%
23%
24.9%
14.9%
19.2%
Under 1817.9%
18–3423%
35–5424.9%
55–6414.9%
65+19.2%
Gender
48.3%
51.7%
Male48.3%
Female51.7%
Race & ethnicity
73.4%
16.1%
White73.4%
Black6.6%
Hispanic16.1%
Asian3.4%
Other0.5%
Education (25+)
36%
28.2%
24.8%
No HS diploma10.9%
HS diploma36%
Some college28.2%
Bachelor's+24.8%
Housing tenure
66.1%
33.9%
Owner66.1%
Renter33.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Torrington, CT has changed in 5 years

Income
$63,135 → $70,856
up 12.2%
Population
35,447 → 35,547
up 0.3%
Renter share
32.1% → 33.9%
+1.8 pts
Bachelor's+
22.5% → 24.8%
+2.3 pts
Median age
45.6 → 42.9
-2.7 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $63,135 in 2021 to $70,856 more recently. About 33.9% of households rent today, against 32.1% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 22.5% to 24.8%.

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Torrington is $1,604/mo as of August 2026. A studio apartment averages $960/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,400/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,130/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,750/mo.

At 27% of local median household income ($70,856/yr), Torrington ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Torrington an affordable city for renters?

Torrington is considered affordable for renters. At $1,604/mo, rent takes approximately 27% of the local median household income ($70,856/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Torrington falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Torrington?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $64,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,604/mo in Torrington. The local median household income is $70,856/yr, meaning the typical Torrington household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Torrington?

Rent in Torrington has decreased 2.1% over the past year as of August 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Torrington rent compare to other cities in Connecticut?

Torrington is one of the more affordable cities in Connecticut for rent, ranking #50 out of 54 tracked cities at $1,604/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Torrington?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Torrington ($1,604/mo): Winsted ($1,366/mo), Waterbury ($1,534/mo).

What percentage of Torrington residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 33.9% of Torrington households are renters, while 66.1% are owner-occupied. Torrington leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Torrington rent compare to the national average?

Torrington's median rent of $1,604/mo is $358 (18%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Connecticut, it ranks #50 out of 54 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
27%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,604/mo, rent takes ~27% of Torrington's median household income ($70,856/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Torrington 27%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.99%
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