How much does it cost to rent in West Hartford, CT?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in West Hartford, CT is $2,437. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is West Hartford cheaper than other Connecticut cities?

West Hartford falls in the middle range for Connecticut, ranking #20 out of 56 cities at $2,437/mo.

When was West Hartford rent data last updated?

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

City Report · CT

West Hartford

Name: Average Rent Prices in West Hartford, CT
Creator: RentDataNow
License: https://rentdatanow.com/terms-of-service

Pop. 63,620·20th most expensive in Connecticut·West Hartford rents are up 13.7% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,437/mo

Year-over-Year

+13.7%

Month-over-Month

+2.4%

vs US Median

+$472

Rising (Monthly)

Be the first to discuss West Hartford rents ↓

Most AffordableMost Expensive

West Hartford · $2,437

More expensive than 77% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

38/100

Overpriced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 6% above what West Hartford's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$2,437/mo

Expected by trend

$2,304/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,280

1 BR

$1,480

2 BR

$1,870

3 BR

$2,250

4 BR+

$2,670

Research median

$1,870/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

Loading…

Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$29,244/yr

At $2,437/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 13.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+13.7% YoY, +2.4% MoM), not inventory.

Rent check

Is your rent fair?

Compare your rent to the local median.

Demographics

Who lives here

West Hartford, CT is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 66.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

63,620

Median income

$129,890

Median age

40.8

Renters

32.6%

Age distribution

21.5%

21.2%

24.8%

12.9%

19.7%

Under 1821.5%

18–3421.2%

35–5424.8%

55–6412.9%

65+19.7%

Gender

47.7%

52.3%

Male47.7%

Female52.3%

Race & ethnicity

69.7%

White69.7%

Black8.5%

Hispanic11.7%

Asian7.8%

Other2.4%

Education (25+)

13.1%

15.5%

66.6%

No HS diploma4.8%

HS diploma13.1%

Some college15.5%

Bachelor's+66.6%

Housing tenure

67.4%

32.6%

Owner67.4%

Renter32.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How West Hartford, CT has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,655 → $2,437

up 47.3%

Income

$111,997 → $129,890

up 16.0%

Population

64,034 → 63,620

down 0.6%

Renter share

30.4% → 32.6%

+2.2 pts

Bachelor's+

65.6% → 66.6%

+1.0 pts

Median age

39.9 → 40.8

+0.9 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in West Hartford, CT has climbed from $1,655 to $2,437, a 47.3% change over five years. Median household income rose from $111,997 to $129,890 between 2021 and 2024, a 16.0% shift. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. Renters now make up 32.6% of households, compared with 30.4% five years ago. Taken together, the five-year picture in West Hartford, 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.

Community

Discussions about West Hartford

No discussions yet. Start the conversation.

View West Hartford rent history (2015–2026) →

Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in West Hartford on your salary?

At $2,437/mo, how West Hartford rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $103,928/yr · Rent = 28.1% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $73,788/yr · Rent = 39.6% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $84,997/yr · Rent = 34.4% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $151,921/yr · Rent = 19.2% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $194,117/yr · Rent = 15.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $69,091/yr · Rent = 42.3% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $62,381/yr · Rent = 46.9% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $76,890/yr · Rent = 38% income

stretched

By apartment size

West Hartford rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in West Hartford

About renting in West Hartford, CT

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in West Hartford is $2,437/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,280/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,870/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,480/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,250/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($129,890/yr), West Hartford ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 13.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is West Hartford an affordable city for renters?

West Hartford is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,437/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($129,890/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. West Hartford falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in West Hartford?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $97,000/year (~$47/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,437/mo in West Hartford. The local median household income is $129,890/yr, meaning the typical West Hartford household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in West Hartford?

Rent in West Hartford has increased 13.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does West Hartford rent compare to other cities in Connecticut?

West Hartford is middle-of-the-pack for Connecticut for rent, ranking #20 out of 56 tracked cities at $2,437/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than West Hartford?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than West Hartford ($2,437/mo): East Hartford ($1,539/mo), New Britain ($1,627/mo), Hartford ($1,672/mo).

What percentage of West Hartford residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 32.6% of West Hartford households are renters, while 67.4% are owner-occupied. West Hartford leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does West Hartford rent compare to the national average?

West Hartford's median rent of $2,437/mo is $472 (24%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Connecticut, it ranks #20 out of 56 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

23%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,437/mo, rent takes ~23% of West Hartford's median household income ($129,890/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

West Hartford 23%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3–6.99%

Run the West Hartford affordability calculator →

Nearby cities