Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
New Haven County vs Connecticut
How do New Haven County and Connecticut rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $1,569
- New Haven County (1BR)
- $1,590
- Connecticut (1BR)
- −1%
- 1BR difference
Side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent comparison. Data from U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
A 1-bedroom in New Haven County is 1% cheaper than Connecticut at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($1,569 vs $1,590). Both figures are the 40th percentile of gross rents (utilities included, telephone excluded) set by HUD for the federal fiscal year 2026. Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in each area are set between 90% and 110% of these FMR numbers. Source: HUD Fair Market Rents.
How Do Rents Compare By Bedroom?
| Bedrooms | New Haven County | Connecticut | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,299 | $1,351 | −$52 (-4%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,569 | $1,590 | −$21 (-1%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,895 | $1,955 | −$60 (-3%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $2,283 | $2,415 | −$132 (-5%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $3,182 | $2,852 | +$330 (+12%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. New Haven County is 64% above the US average. Connecticut is 66% above.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).