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Hartford

Pop. 426·5th most expensive in Vermont·Rental market data updated monthly for Hartford, VT
Median rent (all units)
$1,954/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+3.1%
vs US Median
-$11
Rising (Monthly)
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Hartford · $1,954
More expensive than 56% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
33% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,954/mo, rent takes about 33% of the US median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$78,000/yr
US median income
$72,000/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Hartford's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$23,448/yr
At $1,954/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +3.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Hartford, VT is majority owner-occupied, 30.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
426
Median age
45.1
Renters
39.1%
Age distribution
20.9%
15.3%
27.9%
27.2%
Under 1820.9%
18–3415.3%
35–5427.9%
55–6427.2%
65+8.7%
Gender
56.3%
43.7%
Male56.3%
Female43.7%
Race & ethnicity
91.1%
White91.1%
Hispanic6.8%
Other2.1%
Education (25+)
14.7%
16.5%
38%
30.8%
No HS diploma14.7%
HS diploma16.5%
Some college38%
Bachelor's+30.8%
Housing tenure
60.9%
39.1%
Owner60.9%
Renter39.1%

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Hartford is $1,954/mo as of July 2026.

At 33% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Hartford ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hartford an affordable city for renters?

Hartford is considered moderate for renters. At $1,954/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hartford slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Hartford?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $78,000/year (~$38/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,954/mo in Hartford.

Is rent going up or down in Hartford?

Rent in Hartford has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Hartford rent compare to other cities in Vermont?

Hartford is one of the more affordable cities in Vermont for rent, ranking #5 out of 7 tracked cities at $1,954/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Hartford?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Hartford ($1,954/mo): Barre ($1,483/mo), Claremont ($1,691/mo), Keene ($1,818/mo).

What percentage of Hartford residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 39.1% of Hartford households are renters, while 60.9% are owner-occupied. Hartford leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Hartford rent compare to the national average?

Hartford's median rent of $1,954/mo is $11 (1%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Vermont, it ranks #5 out of 7 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
33%
MODERATE

At $1,954/mo, rent takes ~33% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Hartford 33%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.35–8.75%
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