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Westport

Pop. 3,021·1st most expensive in Connecticut·Westport rents are up 65.2% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$7,221/mo
Year-over-Year
+65.2%
Month-over-Month
-28.0%
vs US Median
+$5,256
Falling (Monthly)
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Westport · $7,221
More expensive than 100% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
120% of income
EXPENSIVE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $7,221/mo, rent takes about 120% of the US median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$289,000/yr
US median income
$72,000/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Westport's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$86,652/yr
At $7,221/mo median
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Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 65.2% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+65.2% YoY, -28.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Westport, CT is majority owner-occupied, 82.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
3,021
Median age
48.4
Renters
16.6%
Age distribution
24.8%
27.8%
16.1%
19.5%
Under 1824.8%
18–3411.8%
35–5427.8%
55–6416.1%
65+19.5%
Gender
48.1%
51.9%
Male48.1%
Female51.9%
Race & ethnicity
83%
White83%
Black0.5%
Hispanic6%
Asian8.7%
Other1.9%
Education (25+)
82.2%
No HS diploma1.9%
HS diploma8.9%
Some college7%
Bachelor's+82.2%
Housing tenure
83.4%
16.6%
Owner83.4%
Renter16.6%

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

2023 vs 2026

How Westport, CT has changed in 5 years

Rent
$8,007 → $7,221
down 9.8%
Population
28,016 → 3,021
down 89.2%
Renter share
14.8% → 16.6%
+1.8 pts
Bachelor's+
78% → 82.2%
+4.2 pts
Median age
45.8 → 48.4
+2.6 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Westport, CT has shifted from $8,007 to $7,221, down 9.8% since 2023. Census counts show Westport, CT losing about 24,995 residents over the five-year window, down 89.2% on net. The renter share has risen from 14.8% to 16.6%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 78% to 82.2% across the same window. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Westport, CT look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Westport is $7,221/mo as of July 2026.

At 120% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Westport ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 65.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Westport an affordable city for renters?

Westport is considered expensive for renters. At $7,221/mo, rent takes approximately 120% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Westport significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Westport?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $289,000/year (~$139/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $7,221/mo in Westport.

Is rent going up or down in Westport?

Rent in Westport has increased 65.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Westport rent compare to other cities in Connecticut?

Westport is one of the pricier cities in Connecticut for rent, ranking #1 out of 56 tracked cities at $7,221/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Westport?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Westport ($7,221/mo): Bridgeport ($2,105/mo), Norwalk ($2,718/mo), Trumbull ($2,844/mo).

What percentage of Westport residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 16.6% of Westport households are renters, while 83.4% are owner-occupied. Westport leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Westport rent compare to the national average?

Westport's median rent of $7,221/mo is $5,256 (267%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Connecticut, it ranks #1 out of 56 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
120%
EXPENSIVE

At $7,221/mo, rent takes ~120% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Westport 120%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.99%
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