Connecticut per diem rates by city
Cities with their own GSA rate for FY2026, highest lodging first. Seasonal cities show their range. Anywhere not listed defaults to the CONUS standard of $110 lodging / $68 M&IE.
| City / area | Lodging / night | M&IE / day |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport / Danbury | $146 | $86 |
| Hartford | $138 | $80 |
| New Haven | $130 | $80 |
| New London / Groton | $124 | $86 |
| All other Connecticut locations (CONUS standard) | $110 | $68 |
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GSA Per Diem Calculator · FY2026
Connecticut per diem
Meals provided?
BRIDGEPORT / DANBURY · CT · FY2026 · GSA
$146
Lodging / night
$86
M&IE / day
$507
Total trip per diem
2 nights · 3 days (first & last day at 75% M&IE = $65)
Rates published by GSA · fiscal year Oct 2025 – Sep 2026
Reimbursement at or below this rate under an accountable plan is not taxable to the employee. Learn more →
Frequently asked questions
What is the per diem rate for Connecticut in 2026?＋
Connecticut has 5 GSA-listed cities with their own rates (up to $146 lodging). Everywhere else in Connecticut uses the CONUS standard of $110 lodging and $68 M&IE.
What is the standard per diem rate in Connecticut?＋
Cities without a specific GSA rate use the FY2026 CONUS standard: $110 for lodging and $68 for meals & incidentals per day.
Is per diem taxable in Connecticut?＋
No — reimbursement at or below the GSA rate under an accountable plan is not taxable to the employee anywhere in the U.S., including Connecticut.