Median Age
46 Years
Largest Age Group
50-59 Years
Approximately 17% of Residents
Under 20
26%
Over 65
20%
Westport
Westport, CT Area Guide
Avg Rent
$3,020
Population
28,106
Renter Mix
17% Rent
Bask in historic charm with proximity to metropolitan amenities
Suburban
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Coastal
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Luxurious
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Upscale
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Historic
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Charming
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Convenient
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Commuter
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Situated about 50 miles northeast of New York City, Westport is equal parts upscale suburb and old New England town. Westport maintains its historic charm as it continues to modernize with premier shops, fitness boutiques, delectable eateries, and cultural amenities.
Westport residents enjoy access to a bevy of performances at the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts and the Westport Country Playhouse. Earthplace uncovers natural history with extensive wildlife exhibits.
Recreational opportunities abound in Westport, at Sherwood Island State Park, Compo Beach, and Westport Longshore Club Park. Popular activities in Westport include boating, swimming, fishing, hiking, and more.
Families flock to Westport for its top-notch schools, quick commute to New York City, and charming atmosphere along the Long Island Sound. Getting around from Westport is easy with access to the I-95, U.S. 1, and public transit.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$220,622
Average: $215,437
Education
15,716
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
13,558
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Westport has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
17%
Non-Renters
83%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
53%
Other Education
47%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Westport, CT is $2,567 for a studio, $3,021 for one bedroom, and $5,074 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Westport has increased by 3.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$3,021/month
596 Sq Ft
House
$17,707/month
2,892 Sq Ft
Schools
Public
Grades K-5
590 Students
Public
Grades K-5
477 Students
King's Highway Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
449 Students
Public
Grades K-5
442 Students
Public
Grades K-5
434 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
464 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
729 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,686 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Sherwood Island State Park
- Earthplace
- The Maritime Aquarium
- The Rolnick Observatory
- Stepping Stones Museum for Children
Airports
- Westchester County
- Long Island MacArthur
Top Apartments in Westport
Houses for Rent in Westport
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.