Avon Town, CT
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
3/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
9/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
18,856
332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
71.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$151,481
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$462,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,461
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,597
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.2%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Capitol Planning Region
3
Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford Metro Area
3
Connecticut
2
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Capitol Planning Region
3
Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford Metro Area
3
Connecticut
2
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | 14 | 22 |
| Feb | 2 | 13 | 26 |
| Mar | 4 | 10 | 34 |
| Apr | 4 | 2 | 45 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 65 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 61 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 48 |
| Nov | 4 | 2 | 40 |
| Dec | 4 | 11 | 29 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.
Liberal (54%) (42%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 43%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 5, CT State Senate District 8, CT State House District 17, CTSchools
Avon High School
<1 miles, W
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4.6
Avon Middle School
<1 miles, NW
•
4.6
Pine Grove School
<1 miles, SW
•
4.1
Thompson Brook School
1 miles, SW
•
4.1
Colleges
Tunxis Community College
6 miles, SW
•
1.9
University of Saint Joseph
6 miles, SE
•
2.8
University of Hartford
7 miles, E
•
2.8
Hartford Seminary
8 miles, SE
Hospitals
John Dempsey Hospital
5 miles, S
•
3.2
Hebrew Home and Hospital Inc
6 miles, E
St Francis Hospital & Medical Center
8 miles, SE
•
4.1
Bristol Hospital
9 miles, SW
•
3.2
Airports
Bradley International Airport
14 miles, NE
•
2.8
Tweed-New Haven Airport
36 miles, SW
•
1
Worcester Regional Airport
60 miles, E
•
1
Westchester County Airport
67 miles, SW
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1.4