New Haven, CT Local Data & Statistics

State: CT

Total population: 134,349 Household income: $56,851 Rent: $1,488

Overview

Total population

134,349

Rent

$1,488

Year built

1954

Household income

$56,851

Per capita income

$36,242

Poverty rate

23.9%

Unemployment rate

2.9%

Household size

2.3 persons

Rent over 30% of income

53.4%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available, with the exception of the unemployment rate, which is sourced from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). ACS 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Connecticut

Total population

134,349

Adults over 25

85,772

Total households

54,773

Household size

2.3 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$56,851

Per capita income

$36,242

Poverty rate

23.9%

Unemployment rate

2.9%

Rent over 30% of income

53.4%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Housing

Rent

$1,488

Year built

1954

Households that rent

71.6%

Households that own

28.4%

Rooms per home (all homes)

4.5

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Race

White

35.1%

Black

29.5%

Asian

5.3%

Two or more races

12.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

31%

Not Hispanic or Latino

69%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Commute

Commute rate

86.1%

Commute time to work

22 mins

Work from home

13.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Education

Less than high school

22.7%

High school graduate or GED

29.8%

Some college or associate degree

8.7%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

38.9%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

Comparison of New Haven, CT with: Connecticut United States

New Haven, CT

Total population134,349

Rent$1,488

Year built1954

Household income$56,851

Per capita income$36,242

Poverty rate23.9%

Unemployment rate2.9%

Connecticut State

Total population3,624,508

Rent$1,488

Year built1967

Household income$95,781

Per capita income$55,915

Poverty rate10%

Unemployment rate3.2%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	CityNew Haven, CT	StateConnecticut	CountryUnited States
Total population	134,349	3,624,508	334,922,499
Rent	$1,488	$1,488	$1,413
Year built	1954	1967	1980
Household income	$56,851	$95,781	$80,734
Per capita income	$36,242	$55,915	$44,673
Poverty rate	23.9%	10%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	2.9%	3.2%	4%

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Summary for New Haven, CT

New Haven is located in Connecticut.

Rent & Income

In New Haven, the typical monthly rent is $1,488 and the typical household income is $56,851. Rent here is similar to Connecticut and higher than the U.S., and household income is lower than both Connecticut and the U.S. The estimated poverty rate is 23.9%, which is higher than in both Connecticut and national.

Housing & Affordability

Most households in this area are renters (71.6%), making this a heavily renter area. About 53.4% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is high, with about 38.9% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher. The local unemployment rate is 2.9%, which is lower than both Connecticut and the national rate.

New Haven, CT — Rent vs Household Income

New Haven, CT — Poverty vs Unemployment

How New Haven, CT compares in Connecticut (11 places)

Metric	This place	Rank	Starts from	Statewide range
Rent	$1,488	8 / 11	from lower rent	$1,225 – $2,276
Household income	$56,851	9 / 11	from higher income	$46,411 – $111,586
Poverty rate	23.9%	9 / 11	from lower poverty	9.1% – 26.3%
Unemployment rate	2.9%	4 / 11	from lower unemployment	2.3% – 4.3%

Rankings are calculated among cities and communities in Connecticut with total population > 50,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for New Haven, CT

Rent

Rent prices put New Haven in 8th place among 11 large communities in Connecticut. Across Connecticut, rents range from $1,225 in Waterbury, CT up to $2,276 in Stamford, CT.

Household income

For median household income, New Haven is ranked 9th out of 11 large areas. Statewide incomes span from $46,411 in Hartford, CT to $111,586 in Stamford, CT.

Poverty rate

Poverty levels put New Haven in 9th place among 11 significant areas. Across Connecticut, poverty ranges between 9.1% and 26.3%.

Unemployment rate

For joblessness, New Haven ranks 4th out of 11 significant areas. Across Connecticut, unemployment varies from 2.3% in Danbury, CT to 4.3% in Hartford, CT.

💰 Rent in New Haven, CT (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,488 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing, including the apartment or home and essential utilities such as heat, water, and electricity. Even when utilities are billed separately, an estimated average cost for utilities is included, in line with the U.S. Census Bureau’s (ACS) definition of gross rent.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in New Haven, CT

Annual Household Income: $56,851

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in this area — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in New Haven, CT

Estimated Rate: 23.9%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in New Haven, CT

In New Haven, CT, households that rent: 39,217 (71.6%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this area?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	39,217	71.6%
Owner-Occupied	15,556	28.4%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in New Haven, CT

In New Haven, CT, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 20,949 (53.4%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	20,949	53.4%
Other renter households	18,268	46.6%
Total renter households	39,217	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in this area are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in New Haven, CT

Less than High School: 19,455 people (22.7%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 25,552 people (29.8%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 7,435 people (8.7%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 33,330 people (38.9%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 85,772

📊 Unemployment Rate in New Haven, CT

Estimated Rate: 2.9%

💡 What does Unemployment Rate mean?

Definition: The unemployment rate is the percentage of people in the labor force who do not have a job but are actively looking for one.

Labor Force = Employed + Unemployed (aged 16+ and actively participating in the workforce).

Formula: (Unemployed ÷ Labor Force) × 100

Does NOT include: People who are retired, students not looking for work, homemakers, or otherwise not seeking employment.

Example: If there are 1000 people in the labor force and 80 are unemployed, then the unemployment rate is 8%.

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Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.