Median Age
45 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
21%
Over 65
22%
Torrington
Torrington, CT Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,134
Population
35,342
Renter Mix
37% Rent
A classic small-town atmosphere on the banks of the Naugatuck River
Rural
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Safe
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Low Crime
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Parks
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Nature
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Torrington is a small city in northwestern Connecticut, positioned roughly thirty miles from Hartford. Surrounded by rolling countryside, the community offers residents a cozy small-town atmosphere, with a timeless New England aesthetic permeating much of the city. The Main Street district north of the Naugatuck River features a thriving shopping, dining, and entertainment scene amid the vintage storefronts, anchored by the landmark Warner Theatre. Start your day with a pastry from First Act Bakery, enjoy dinner at the Venetian, or grab a drink and catch a band at Backstage.
The northern half of town is dominated by large nature preserves like Paugnut State Forest and Sunny Brook State Park, providing terrific opportunities to spend quality time outdoors. The local rental market is mostly made up of single-family homes, with several apartments and condos in the mix as well—rates tend to be rather affordable, with great options available to fit your unique budget and lifestyle.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$64,278
Average: $84,314
Education
7,431
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
18,155
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Torrington has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
37%
Non-Renters
63%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
18%
Other Education
82%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Torrington, CT is $1,170 for a studio, $1,134 for one bedroom, $1,346 for two bedrooms, and $1,959 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Torrington has increased by 8.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,134/month
753 Sq Ft
House
$2,478/month
1,270 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Torrington, CT is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
310 Students
Public
Grades K-5
292 Students
Public
Grades K-5
612 Students
Public
Grades K-5
532 Students
Public
Grades K-12
363 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
975 Students
Public
Grades K-12
363 Students
Oliver Wolcott Technical High School
Public
Grades 9-12
Public
Grades 9-12
1,010 Students
Public
Grades K-12
363 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- John A. Minetto State Park
- Action Wildlife
- Burr Pond State Park
- Topsmead State Forest
- Mohawk State Forest
Commuter Rail
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.