Median Age
36 Years
Largest Age Group
25-34 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
15%
New Britain
New Britain, CT Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,452
Population
71,775
Renter Mix
61% Rent
Experience classic Americana in this Hartford suburb
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Welcome to New Britain, Connecticut, a historic city known for its industrial heritage and home to Stanley Black & Decker's global headquarters. This established community offers various rental options from apartments to historic homes. Currently, one-bedroom units average $1,300 per month, while two-bedroom homes typically rent for around $1,671.
The city's centerpiece, Walnut Hill Park, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, features winding paths and a restored rose garden showcasing over 800 varieties. Central Connecticut State University enhances the area's educational landscape, while the distinctive Little Poland neighborhood along Broad Street celebrates the city's Polish heritage with specialty shops and the country's only post office featuring Polish language signage.
The New Britain Museum of American Art, the oldest museum dedicated exclusively to American art in the United States, anchors the city's cultural offerings. Residents enjoy convenient access to Hartford via CTfastrak's transit system. Sports enthusiasts can watch New Britain Bees games at New Britain Stadium or attend events at CCSU. Downtown New Britain continues to grow, particularly around the Little Poland district, which draws visitors with its specialty shops and authentic cuisine. Throughout the year, community events and festivals showcase the city's heritage, making New Britain an appealing choice for those seeking a connected community with strong historical roots.
Explore the City
For history lovers, visit the the City Hall Monument District.
Enjoy delicious and authentic Polish foot at Staropolska
Walk up the canopy of trees to the WW2 Obelisk Memorial.
The serenity of the parks in New Britain make it a perfect location for an afternoon walk.
Walnut Hill Park is known for its gardens and monuments.
Community groups like the Masons march in New Britain's Memorial Day Parade.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$52,087
Average: $68,388
Education
13,307
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
34,098
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
New Britain has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
61%
Non-Renters
39%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
14%
Other Education
86%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in New Britain, CT is $1,443 for a studio, $1,438 for one bedroom, $1,591 for two bedrooms, and $1,559 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in New Britain has increased by 3.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,438/month
669 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly New Britain, CT is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
460 Students
Public
Grades K-5
527 Students
Public
Grades K-5
449 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
423 Students
Public
Grades K-5
231 Students
House Of Arts Letters And Science (Hals) Academy
Public
Grades 6-8
140 Students
Academy of Science and Innovation
Public
Grades 6-12
756 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
867 Students
Public
Grades K-8
842 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
795 Students
Academy of Science and Innovation
Public
Grades 6-12
756 Students
E. C. Goodwin Technical High School
Public
Grades 9-12
Public
Grades 9-12
2,331 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
18 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
12 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- New Britain Youth Museum
- Copernican Observatory & Planetarium
- Stanley-Whitman House
- The Children's Museum
- Eleanor Buck Wolf Nature Center
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Bradley International
- Tweed/New Haven
Top Apartments in New Britain
Houses for Rent in New Britain
Property Management Companies in New Britain, CT
The Simon Konover Company
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39
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5,478
Units
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26
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2 Communities in New Britain
Terrace Management
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25
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3,274
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13
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2 Communities in New Britain
Winn Companies
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157
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27,182
Units
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112
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1 Community in New Britain
Harvest Investments LLC
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32
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5,882
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27
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1 Community in New Britain
North Point Management Corporation
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28
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4,133
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22
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1 Community in New Britain
SHP Management Corporation
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26
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3,504
Units
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19
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1 Community in New Britain
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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.