Median Age
45 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
21%
Over 65
23%
Stratford
Stratford, CT Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,189
Population
52,529
Renter Mix
22% Rent
A picturesque New England town boasting a rich history
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Waterfront
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Beaches
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The city of Stratford touts a rich history, as it was settled in 1639 and named after Stratford-upon-Avon, England. Today, Stratford retains its Colonial charm as it continues to grow, and is known for its role in the military, theater, and aviation industry. Stratford is home to the Sikorsky Memorial Airport, the National Helicopter Museum, and Roosevelt Forest — a 400-acre park offering hiking trails, wildlife watching, and more.
Stratford sits between Bridgeport and Milford on the Long Island Sound, separating this Connecticut suburb from the hustle and bustle of New York’s Long Island. This city sits about 17 miles southwest of New Haven and 65 miles northeast of New York City. Locals frequent Long Beach Park for its sandy shoreline and Two Roads Brewing Company for its craft beer and welcoming atmosphere. Various local businesses can be found around this family-friendly suburb. Residents of Stratford have easy access to Interstate 95 and US-1, along with several bus stops and train stations.
Explore the City
A stroll in Stratford is refreshing and offers many fun moments.
Stratford has lush greenery and calm waters.
Hop on a train to New York City from Stratford.
Historical Booth Memorial Park offers many facts about the importance of Stratford.
Relax and enjoy Stratford in one of the many parks.
Artful murals in Stratford are common all along the roads.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$87,363
Average: $107,551
Education
15,271
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
27,633
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Stratford has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
22%
Non-Renters
78%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
25%
Other Education
75%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Stratford, CT is $1,551 for a studio, $2,190 for one bedroom, $2,637 for two bedrooms, and $3,527 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Stratford has increased by 3.3% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,190/month
785 Sq Ft
House
$2,877/month
1,181 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,298/month
1,110 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Stratford, CT is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
461 Students
Public
Grades K-5
365 Students
Public
Grades K-5
594 Students
Public
Grades K-5
441 Students
Public
Grades K-5
302 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
539 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
489 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
6 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
3 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,042 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,127 Students
Public
Grades 12
19 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
11 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
7 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Boothe Memorial Park and Museum
- Silver Sands State Park
- Audubon Center at Milford Point
- Beardsley Zoo
- Discovery Museum and Planetarium
Airports
- Tweed/New Haven
- Long Island MacArthur
Top Apartments in Stratford
Houses for Rent in Stratford
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.