Bloomfield

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Bloomfield, CT Area Guide

Avg Rent

$1,990

Population

22,189

Renter Mix

30% Rent

Enjoy the scenery on the north side of Hartford.

Commuter Suburb Nature Outdoors College Diverse Golf

Bloomfield sits on Hartford's north side, where wooded state parks meet easy highway access and genuine community. Penwood and Talcott Mountain State Parks anchor the town's western edge, offering hiking trails and scenic overlooks minutes from home. Three golf courses dot the town, and the University of Hartford lies just south, making Bloomfield convenient for students and staff. Downtown Hartford is a short drive down I-91, putting shows, museums, and capital commutes within easy reach.

The rental market offers solid options, from spacious townhomes to well-appointed apartment communities. The suburban layout means generous square footage compared to urban cores, with one-bedrooms averaging 791 square feet for $1,961 monthly and two-bedrooms at 1,210 square feet for $2,337. Originally settled in 1660 as part of Windsor, Bloomfield maintains quiet New England character throughout its tree-lined streets and historic center. The area hosts Cigna's global headquarters, one of the country's largest healthcare companies, providing a strong employment anchor to this well-positioned suburb.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$86,742

Average: $106,691

Education

6,959

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

11,397

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
Get a sense of this area's population profile.

Median Age

49 Years

Largest Age Group

60-69 Years

Approximately 15% of Residents

Under 20

18%

Over 65

28%

Housing Distribution

Bloomfield has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
30%
Non-Renters
70%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
29%
Other Education
71%

Rent Trends

As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Bloomfield, CT is $1,925 for a studio, $1,979 for one bedroom, $2,370 for two bedrooms, and $3,334 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Bloomfield has increased by 1.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,979/month
792 Sq Ft
House
$5,226/month
1,970 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,316/month
1,176 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Bloomfield, CT

Getting Around

Somewhat Walkable

Walkability

20 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

100 / 100

Fairly Bikeable

Bikeability

40 / 100

Schools

Carmen Arace Intermediate School

Public

Grades K-5

215 Students

Metacomet School

Public

Grades K-5

218 Students

Ana Grace Academy of the Arts Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-8

863 Students

Museum Academy

Public

Grades PK-5

513 Students

J. P. Vincent School

Public

Grades K-2

322 Students

Carmen Arace Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

246 Students

Academy of International Studies 6-12

Public

Grades 6-12

709 Students

Ana Grace Academy of the Arts Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-8

863 Students

Academy of International Studies 6-12

Public

Grades 6-12

709 Students

Bloomfield High School

Public

Grades 9-12

525 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Penwood State Park
  • 4-H Education Center at Auer Farm
  • Talcott Mountain State Park
  • Talcott Mountain Science Center
  • Northwest Park of Windsor

Airports

  • Bradley International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.