Cost of Living in East Hartford, CT
Population: 50,798 • 2026 Data
$66,943
Median Household Income
-14% vs national
$1,184
Median Monthly Rent
-12% vs national
$215,400
Median Home Value
-36% vs national
5.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in East Hartford
The median home value in East Hartford, CT is $215,400. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,184, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,363.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.2%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in East Hartford, CT is $66,943. The unemployment rate stands at 5.9%, with a labor force of 26,877 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.