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ZIP 06804

Pop. 17,908·Fairfield County·29th most expensive ZIP in Connecticut
Median rent (all units)
$2,400/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-8.6%
vs US Median
+$435
Falling (Monthly)
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ZIP 06804 · $2,400
More expensive than 76% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,830
1 BR
$2,230
2 BR
$2,660
3 BR
$3,220
4 BR+
$3,810
Research median
$2,660/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
$28,800/yr
At $2,400/mo median
Location
StateCT
CountyFairfield County
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -8.6% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 06804 (Brookfield, CT) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 58.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
17,908
Median income
$148,945
Median age
44.2
Renters
13.4%
Age distribution
22.6%
15.1%
28.3%
15.4%
18.6%
Under 1822.6%
18–3415.1%
35–5428.3%
55–6415.4%
65+18.6%
Gender
47%
53%
Male47%
Female53%
Race & ethnicity
80.4%
White80.4%
Black5.5%
Hispanic9.6%
Asian2.4%
Other2.2%
Education (25+)
17%
21.9%
58.2%
No HS diploma2.9%
HS diploma17%
Some college21.9%
Bachelor's+58.2%
Housing tenure
86.6%
13.4%
Owner86.6%
Renter13.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 06804 in Brookfield, CT has changed in 5 years

Income
$127,361 → $148,945
up 16.9%
Population
17,652 → 17,908
up 1.5%
Renter share
13.7% → 13.4%
-0.3 pts
Bachelor's+
51.2% → 58.2%
+7.0 pts
Median age
45.8 → 44.2
-1.6 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 06804 in Brookfield, CT now reports about $148,945, up from $127,361 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 17,652 to 17,908 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.5% change. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 51.2% to 58.2%.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 06804 covers Brookfield, CT. The median rent here is $2,400/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $2,230/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $2,660/mo.

At 19% of local median household income ($148,945/yr), ZIP 06804 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 06804?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 06804 (Brookfield, CT) is $2,400. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 06804 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 06804's median rent of $2,400/mo is $435 (22%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 06804 compare to other ZIPs in Connecticut?

ZIP 06804 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in Connecticut, ranking #29 out of 85 ZIPs tracked at $2,400/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 06804?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $96,000/year (~$46/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,400/mo in ZIP 06804. The local median household income is $148,945/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 06804?

Rent in ZIP 06804 has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of July 20, 2026.

Is ZIP 06804 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 06804 is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,400/mo, rent takes approximately 19% of the local median household income ($148,945/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 06804 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 06804 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 13.4% of ZIP 06804 households are renters, while 86.6% are owner-occupied. ZIP 06804 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 06804 compare to the rest of Brookfield?

ZIP 06804 sits right at the Brookfield citywide median of $2,400/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 06804 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 06804 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
19%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,400/mo, rent takes ~19% of ZIP 06804's median household income ($148,945/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 06804 19%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.99%
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