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ZIP 06905

Part of Stamford, CT
Pop. 20,725·Fairfield County·21st most expensive ZIP in Connecticut
Median rent (all units)
$2,566/mo
Year-over-Year
-3.8%
Month-over-Month
-0.6%
vs US Median
+$601
Falling (Monthly)
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ZIP 06905 · $2,566
More expensive than 81% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,965/mo
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Studio
$1,950
1 BR
$2,370
2 BR
$2,830
3 BR
$3,420
4 BR+
$4,060
Research median
$2,830/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
$30,792/yr
At $2,566/mo median
Location
StateCT
CountyFairfield County
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Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are softening (down 3.8% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.
Based on rent-price momentum (-3.8% YoY, -0.6% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 06905 (Stamford, CT) is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 62% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
20,725
Median income
$136,757
Median age
41.3
Renters
37.6%
Age distribution
17.9%
23.1%
28.3%
19.7%
Under 1817.9%
18–3423.1%
35–5428.3%
55–6411.1%
65+19.7%
Gender
47.7%
52.3%
Male47.7%
Female52.3%
Race & ethnicity
59.7%
12.9%
17.3%
White59.7%
Black12.9%
Hispanic17.3%
Asian8.8%
Other1.3%
Education (25+)
13.5%
19.8%
62%
No HS diploma4.7%
HS diploma13.5%
Some college19.8%
Bachelor's+62%
Housing tenure
62.4%
37.6%
Owner62.4%
Renter37.6%

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

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 06905 in Stamford, CT has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,840 → $2,566
up 39.5%
Income
$120,460 → $136,757
up 13.5%
Population
21,604 → 20,725
down 4.1%
Renter share
35% → 37.6%
+2.6 pts
Bachelor's+
60.3% → 62%
+1.7 pts
Median age
39.8 → 41.3
+1.5 yrs

The median rent in ZIP 06905 in Stamford, CT stood at $1,840 in 2021 and currently runs about $2,566, reflecting a 39.5% increase over the period. Census figures show median household income at $136,757 today, compared with $120,460 five years earlier. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has contracted by 4.1% since 2021, moving from about 21,604 residents to roughly 20,725. Renters now make up 37.6% of households, compared with 35% five years ago. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

ZIP code 06905 covers Stamford, CT. The median rent here is $2,566/mo as of July 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $2,370/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $2,830/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($136,757/yr), ZIP 06905 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 3.8% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 06905?

As of July 20, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 06905 (Stamford, CT) is $2,566. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 06905 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 06905's median rent of $2,566/mo is $601 (31%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo.

How does ZIP 06905 compare to other ZIPs in Connecticut?

ZIP 06905 is one of the pricier ZIP codes in Connecticut, ranking #21 out of 85 ZIPs tracked at $2,566/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 06905?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $103,000/year (~$50/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,566/mo in ZIP 06905. The local median household income is $136,757/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 06905?

Rent in ZIP 06905 has decreased 3.8% over the past year as of July 20, 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

Is ZIP 06905 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 06905 is considered very affordable for renters. At $2,566/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($136,757/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 06905 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 06905 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 37.6% of ZIP 06905 households are renters, while 62.4% are owner-occupied. ZIP 06905 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 06905 compare to the rest of Stamford?

ZIP 06905 is more affordable than Stamford overall. At $2,566/mo, it's $388 below the Stamford citywide median of $2,954/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 06905 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 06905 reflects July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
23%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $2,566/mo, rent takes ~23% of ZIP 06905's median household income ($136,757/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 06905 23%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.99%
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