Median Age
48 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
20%
Over 65
25%
Waterford
Waterford, CT Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,410
Population
19,891
Renter Mix
19% Rent
This classically New England town provides incredible views of the Atlantic
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Ocean
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Laidback
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Nature
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Boating
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The homes, apartments, and overall atmosphere of Waterford are undeniably New England. The town’s proximity to the Long Island Sound mean there’s an emphasis on seafood and coastal living, especially in the summer. New London shares a border on the east, and Waterford itself is less than an hour from both New Haven and Providence.
Residents enjoy a vibrant landscape of lush foliage and trees, and there’s an incredible variety of local eateries in Central Waterford. The emphasis on greenery doesn’t stop at the water. There’s a number of parks that are perfect for renters and their canine friends, and Harkness Memorial State Park if you’re looking to take a longer hike.
Besides the easy access to the water, renting an apartment in Waterford also puts you close to the incredible character of New England. With I-95 and I-395 nearby, you can explore the rest of the region easily.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$96,865
Average: $113,975
Education
6,847
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
10,227
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Waterford has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
19%
Non-Renters
81%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
30%
Other Education
70%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Waterford, CT is $1,410 for one bedroom, and $2,189 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Waterford has increased by 1.8% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,410/month
826 Sq Ft
House
$3,087/month
1,765 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,009/month
1,109 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Waterford, CT is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
313 Students
Public
Grades K-5
334 Students
Public
Grades K-5
291 Students
Public
Grades K-5
Public
Grades 6-8
549 Students
Dual Language & Arts Magnet Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
150 Students
LEARN SAILS Middle School Program
Public
Grades 6-8
5 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
735 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Fort Trumbull State Park
- Children's Museum of Southeastern Connecticut
- Fort Griswold State Park
- Connecticut College Arboretum
- McCook Point Park & Beach
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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.