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Hartford

Pop. 426·4th most expensive in Vermont·Rental market data updated monthly for Hartford, VT
Median rent (all units)
$2,023/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
+3.5%
vs US Median
+$61
Rising (Monthly)
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Hartford · $2,023
More expensive than 60% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
34% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,023/mo, rent takes about 34% of the US median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$81,000/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: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$24,276/yr
At $2,023/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, +3.5% 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: August 17, 2026

The median rent in Hartford is $2,023/mo as of August 2026.

At 34% 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 $2,023/mo, rent takes approximately 34% 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 $81,000/year (~$39/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,023/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 August 2026.

How does Hartford rent compare to other cities in Vermont?

Hartford is middle-of-the-pack for Vermont for rent, ranking #4 out of 8 tracked cities at $2,023/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Hartford?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Hartford ($2,023/mo): Barre ($1,421/mo), Claremont ($1,736/mo), Keene ($1,754/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 $2,023/mo is $61 (3%) above the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Vermont, it ranks #4 out of 8 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
34%
MODERATE

At $2,023/mo, rent takes ~34% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Hartford 34%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.35–8.75%
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