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ZIP 06604

Pop. 31,771·Fairfield County·60th most expensive ZIP in Connecticut
Median rent (all units)
$1,906/mo
Year-over-Year
+5.7%
Month-over-Month
Stable
vs US Median
-$59
Stable (Monthly)
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ZIP 06604 · $1,906
More expensive than 55% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,580
1 BR
$1,920
2 BR
$2,290
3 BR
$2,770
4 BR+
$3,280
Research median
$2,290/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
$22,872/yr
At $1,906/mo median
Location
StateCT
CountyFairfield County
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Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
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Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 06604 (Bridgeport, CT) is majority renter-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 28.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
31,771
Median income
$50,026
Median age
37
Renters
65.9%
Age distribution
20.4%
25%
28.6%
12.1%
13.9%
Under 1820.4%
18–3425%
35–5428.6%
55–6412.1%
65+13.9%
Gender
47.6%
52.4%
Male47.6%
Female52.4%
Race & ethnicity
33.5%
16%
45.3%
White33.5%
Black16%
Hispanic45.3%
Asian5.3%
Education (25+)
26.6%
24.1%
20.4%
28.9%
No HS diploma26.6%
HS diploma24.1%
Some college20.4%
Bachelor's+28.9%
Housing tenure
34.1%
65.9%
Owner34.1%
Renter65.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 06604 in Bridgeport, CT has changed in 5 years

Income
$38,760 → $50,026
up 29.1%
Population
27,322 → 31,771
up 16.3%
Renter share
67.2% → 65.9%
-1.3 pts
Bachelor's+
22.6% → 28.9%
+6.3 pts
Median age
35.1 → 37
+1.9 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $38,760 in 2021 to $50,026 more recently. Census counts show ZIP 06604 in Bridgeport, CT adding about 4,449 residents over the five-year window, up 16.3% on net. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 22.6% to 28.9% across the same window.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 06604 covers Bridgeport, CT. The median rent here is $1,906/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,920/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $2,290/mo.

At 46% of local median household income ($50,026/yr), ZIP 06604 ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.7% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 06604?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 06604 (Bridgeport, CT) is $1,906. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 06604 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 06604's median rent of $1,906/mo is $59 (3%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 06604 compare to other ZIPs in Connecticut?

ZIP 06604 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Connecticut, ranking #60 out of 85 ZIPs at $1,906/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 06604?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $76,000/year (~$37/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,906/mo in ZIP 06604. The local median household income is $50,026/yr, meaning the typical household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 06604?

Rent in ZIP 06604 has increased 5.7% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 06604 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 06604 is considered stretched for renters. At $1,906/mo, rent takes approximately 46% of the local median household income ($50,026/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 06604 significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

What percentage of ZIP 06604 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 65.9% of ZIP 06604 households are renters, while 34.1% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, ZIP 06604 has a strong rental market.

How does ZIP 06604 compare to the rest of Bridgeport?

ZIP 06604 is more affordable than Bridgeport overall. At $1,906/mo, it's $199 below the Bridgeport citywide median of $2,105/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 06604 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 06604 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
46%
STRETCHED

At $1,906/mo, rent takes ~46% of ZIP 06604's median household income ($50,026/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 06604 46%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.99%
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