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ZIP 06513

Pop. 38,888·New Haven County·63rd most expensive ZIP in Connecticut
Median rent (all units)
$1,875/mo
Year-over-Year
+9.9%
Month-over-Month
-0.7%
vs US Median
-$90
Falling (Monthly)
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ZIP 06513 · $1,875
More expensive than 53% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,280
1 BR
$1,450
2 BR
$1,790
3 BR
$2,210
4 BR+
$2,610
Research median
$1,790/mo

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$22,500/yr
At $1,875/mo median
Location
StateCT
CountyNew Haven County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 9.9% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+9.9% YoY, -0.7% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 06513 (New Haven, CT) is majority renter-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
38,888
Median income
$48,500
Median age
38.1
Renters
59.7%
Age distribution
23.5%
21.7%
26.9%
12.3%
15.6%
Under 1823.5%
18–3421.7%
35–5426.9%
55–6412.3%
65+15.6%
Gender
47.1%
52.9%
Male47.1%
Female52.9%
Race & ethnicity
36%
23.3%
46.1%
White36%
Black23.3%
Hispanic46.1%
Asian1%
Education (25+)
16.7%
40.2%
23.7%
19.3%
No HS diploma16.7%
HS diploma40.2%
Some college23.7%
Bachelor's+19.3%
Housing tenure
40.3%
59.7%
Owner40.3%
Renter59.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 06513 in New Haven, CT has changed in 5 years

Income
$42,208 → $48,500
up 14.9%
Population
38,790 → 38,888
up 0.3%
Renter share
60.3% → 59.7%
-0.6 pts
Bachelor's+
17.5% → 19.3%
+1.8 pts
Median age
36.3 → 38.1
+1.8 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 06513 in New Haven, CT now reports about $48,500, up from $42,208 in 2021.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 06513 covers New Haven, CT. The median rent here is $1,875/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,450/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,790/mo.

At 46% of local median household income ($48,500/yr), ZIP 06513 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 9.9% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 06513?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 06513 (New Haven, CT) is $1,875. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 06513 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 06513's median rent of $1,875/mo is $90 (5%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 06513 compare to other ZIPs in Connecticut?

ZIP 06513 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Connecticut, ranking #63 out of 85 ZIPs at $1,875/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 06513?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $75,000/year (~$36/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,875/mo in ZIP 06513. The local median household income is $48,500/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 06513?

Rent in ZIP 06513 has increased 9.9% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 06513 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 06513 is considered stretched for renters. At $1,875/mo, rent takes approximately 46% of the local median household income ($48,500/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 06513 significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

What percentage of ZIP 06513 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 59.7% of ZIP 06513 households are renters, while 40.3% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, ZIP 06513 has a strong rental market.

How does ZIP 06513 compare to the rest of New Haven?

ZIP 06513 is more affordable than New Haven overall. At $1,875/mo, it's $367 below the New Haven citywide median of $2,242/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 06513 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 06513 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
46%
STRETCHED

At $1,875/mo, rent takes ~46% of ZIP 06513's median household income ($48,500/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 06513 46%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.99%
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