salaryRent is lower than in 72% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 3.9 years of household income. Most households rent (65%), so there are plenty of rental options.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $50,400 a year. That is $24 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Connecticut cities?
Yes. Rent here is cheaper than in most of Connecticut. It is number 4 of 64 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Willimantic?
Share of households by yearly income. 13.0% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Willimantic
| Size | Willimantic | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $807 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $844 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,151 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,683 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,920 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Willimantic overall?
Everyday prices in the Norwich-New London-Willimantic metro area are same as the U.S. average (index 100.4, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Willimantic
Life in Willimantic
What jobs pay in Willimantic
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $146,900 | 10.3% |
| Physician Assistant | $140,030 | 10.8% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $135,930 | 11.1% |
| Lawyer | $128,040 | 11.8% |
| Operations Manager | $126,870 | 11.9% |
| Software Developer | $123,780 | 12.2% |
| Civil Engineer | $103,430 | 14.6% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $101,360 | 14.9% |
| Registered Nurse | $101,330 | 14.9% |
| Dental Hygienist | $98,630 | 15.3% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $83,840 | 18.0% |
| Accountant | $82,530 | 18.3% |
| Police Officer | $79,580 | 19.0% |
| Plumber | $76,980 | 19.6% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $75,610 | 20.0% |
| HVAC Technician | $74,990 | 20.2% |
| Electrician | $72,240 | 20.9% |
| Carpenter | $64,500 | 23.4% |
| Firefighter | $62,850 | 24.1% |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,700 | 24.1% |
| Truck Driver | $60,320 | 25.1% |
| Medical Assistant | $46,760 | 32.3% |
| Customer Service Representative | $45,020 | 33.6% |
| Nursing Assistant | $44,210 | 34.2% |
| Warehouse Worker | $41,910 | 36.1% |
| Restaurant Cook | $38,180 | 39.6% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $37,880 | 39.9% |
| Retail Salesperson | $35,740 | 42.3% |
| Cashier | $35,010 | 43.2% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Willimantic?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $65 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $190,900 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $19,090 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Willimantic, CT?
Renting in Willimantic costs a median of about $1,260 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Connecticut median is $1,920.
How much do I need to make to live in Willimantic?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $50,400 a year, or $24 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Willimantic cheap or expensive?
Willimantic is rated Expensive: rent takes 30.5% of the typical household income of $49,570. It ranks 4th cheapest of 64 Connecticut cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Willimantic?
The median homeowner in Willimantic pays $4,678 a year in property taxes, about 2.45% of the median home value.
Is Willimantic more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are same as the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Willimantic?
The median home value in Willimantic is $190,900, about 3.9 times the typical yearly household income.
18,096 people live in Willimantic. Numbers are typical (middle) values.