Cost of Living in Middletown, CT
Population: 47,646 • 2026 Data
$73,979
Median Household Income
-4% vs national
$1,392
Median Monthly Rent
+3% vs national
$279,500
Median Home Value
-18% vs national
4.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Middletown
The median home value in Middletown, CT is $279,500. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,392, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,512.
Rent-to-income ratio: 22.6%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Middletown, CT is $73,979. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3%, with a labor force of 27,188 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.