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Housing in New Haven County
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Source: US Census Bureau - ACS 5 Yr 2024
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in New Haven County averages $1,525/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Connecticut median of $1,488 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 36% of household income on rent, above the national average of 32%.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for New Haven County was 3.2% in 2024, compared to Connecticut at 3.2% and the national rate of 4.0%.
