Median Age
45 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
23%
Farmington, CT
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,201
Population
27,525
Renter Mix
28% Rent
Still the village of pretty houses
Historic
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Wooded
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River
While Farmington is only about eight miles southwest of Downtown Hartford, it feels more like a wooded resort town. The Farmington River meanders through the heart of Farmington, lined with picturesque parks. Narrow roads wind along hills, through the forested countryside and past the roadside stands of local farmers. But Farmington has another side -- a thriving business side, with major companies like Cisco Systems, United Technologies Corporation, Beazley USA, and iTech Solutions located in the city.
Farmington is the oldest settlement west of the Connecticut River. English colonists arrived here in 1640, attracted by the rich soil along the river. The town and river were named in 1645. Main Street features several colonial estates dating back to the 17th century, and George Washington referred to the settlement as the "village of pretty houses." The Farmington Historic District features several major landmarks, including the Stanley-Whitman House, a house museum built around 1720 one of Farmington's oldest houses.
Moving to Farmington, you'll have ample opportunities for outdoor adventures, from hiking the 13-mile loop at Talcott Mountain, climbing Rattlesnake Mountain, or scaling the 600-foot Pinnacle Rock. Residents can also visit the Hillstead Museum, built in 1901, which contains a collection of Impressionist paintings. Other noteworthy locations include the University of Connecticut Health Center, the Metacomet Trail, and Batterson Park.
Explore the City
The front angle of homes in Farmington.
Hillstead Museum and Garden.
This stretch of the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail follows the river through town.
The Farmington Canal trail offering a scenic pathway for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.
An overview Of Farmington
Cyclists in Farmington have plenty of safe places to ride while enjoying the countryside.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$113,868
Average: $136,134
Education
13,429
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
14,392
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Farmington has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
28%
Non-Renters
72%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
45%
Other Education
55%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Farmington, CT is $1,734 for a studio, $2,202 for one bedroom, $2,434 for two bedrooms, and $4,493 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Farmington has decreased by -1.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,202/month
776 Sq Ft
House
$6,865/month
3,138 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,496/month
1,239 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Farmington, CT is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
West Woods Upper Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
641 Students
Public
Grades K-5
468 Students
Public
Grades K-5
391 Students
Public
Grades K-5
318 Students
Public
Grades K-5
318 Students
Irving A. Robbins Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
625 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,263 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Stanley-Whitman House
- Copernican Observatory & Planetarium
- New Britain Youth Museum
- The Children's Museum
- Westmoor Park
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Bradley International
- Tweed/New Haven
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† 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.