Bethel, CT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
11,606 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
38.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$88,344 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$377,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,100 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,343 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Western Connecticut Planning Region
2
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury Metro Area
1
Connecticut
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Western Connecticut Planning Region
1
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury Metro Area
1
Connecticut
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 12 27
Feb 3 10 30
Mar 4 7 38
Apr 4 1 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 5 0 52
Nov 4 1 43
Dec 4 7 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 45% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right.

Liberal (45%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, CT State Senate District 28, CT State House District 2, CT
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Schools

Bethel High School
2 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Frank A Berry School
2 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Bethel Middle School
2 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Sacred Heart University
13 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Danbury Hospital
4 miles, N • 2.3 star
Four Winds
13 miles, W
Putnam Hospital Center
13 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Westchester County Airport
25 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Tweed-New Haven Airport
28 miles, SE • 1 star
Long Island MacArthur Airport
42 miles, S • 1.4 star
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