Housing
Home prices and rent in New Haven
Median home values, rents and incomes from the U.S. Census Bureau, compared with Connecticut and the U.S.
Census geography: New Haven town, South Central Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut. These survey estimates are not current listing prices.
New Haven vs. Connecticut and the U.S.
| New Haven | Connecticut | U.S. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value | $287,100 | $366,900 | $332,700 |
| Median rent (monthly) | $1,488 | $1,488 | $1,413 |
| Median household income | $56,851 | $95,781 | $80,734 |
| Homes owned by occupants | 28% | 67% | 65% |
| Median year built | 1954 | 1967 | 1980 |
Questions
What is the median home value in New Haven?
$287,100, according to the Census Bureau’s 2024 American Community Survey (5-year estimates), compared with $366,900 in Connecticut and $332,700 nationally.
How much is rent in New Haven?
Median gross rent (rent plus utilities) is $1,488 a month, versus $1,488 statewide.
Are these current market prices?
No. They are survey medians from the Census Bureau, based on a five-year survey period, so they lag today’s listings. They are the most consistent way to compare places and track change over time.
U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2024), New Haven town, South Central Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut. Values are estimates with margins of error.