New Haven-Milford Fair Market Rent 2026
HUD Fair Market Rent data for the New Haven-Milford metropolitan area. Median household income: $68,368/year. Vacancy rate: 8.8%.
2BR FMR
$1,189/mo
Median Income
$68,368
Vacancy Rate
8.8%
Rent Burden
20.9%
Fair Market Rent by Bedroom Size
Affordability Analysis
Based on the 30% rule, a household earning the median income of $68,368/year can afford up to $1,709/mo in rent.
The 2BR FMR of $1,189/mo represents 20.9% of median income, which is within the 30% affordability threshold.
Rental Market Conditions
The vacancy rate of 8.8% in New Haven-Milford indicates a loose rental market. Higher vacancy gives renters more options and potential leverage on pricing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in New Haven-Milford?
The 2026 HUD FMR for a 2-bedroom in the New Haven-Milford metro area is $1,189/month. 1BR: $974, 3BR: $1,507.
What is the vacancy rate in New Haven-Milford?
The rental vacancy rate in New Haven-Milford is 8.8%. A rate below 5% typically indicates a tight rental market.
Is New Haven-Milford affordable for renters?
With a median income of $68,368 and 2BR rent at $1,189/mo, rent takes about 21% of income in New Haven-Milford.
Compare with Other Metro Areas
San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara
2BR: $2,412/mo
New York-Newark-Jersey City
2BR: $2,293/mo
San Francisco-Oakland-Berkeley
2BR: $2,200/mo
Honolulu
2BR: $1,937/mo
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim
2BR: $1,888/mo
San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad
2BR: $1,856/mo
Oxnard-Thousand Oaks-Ventura
2BR: $1,761/mo
Santa Cruz-Watsonville
2BR: $1,760/mo
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