Bigelow Corners, CT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
841 332.4M (US)
Median Age
26.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
55.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$117,396 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$443,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,061 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,594 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0% 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 26
Feb 3 11 30
Mar 4 9 38
Apr 4 2 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 5 0 73
Aug 5 0 71
Sep 5 0 64
Oct 5 0 52
Nov 4 1 42
Dec 4 8 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 2%

Schools

New Fairfield High School
<1 miles, S 4.6 star
New Fairfield Middle School
<1 miles, S 4.1 star
Meeting House Hill School
<1 miles, SE 4.1 star

Colleges

Hospitals

Danbury Hospital
5 miles, S 2.3 star
Putnam Hospital Center
10 miles, W 4.1 star
Four Winds
15 miles, SW

Airports

Westchester County Airport
29 miles, SW 1.4 star
Tweed-New Haven Airport
35 miles, SE 1 star
Long Island MacArthur Airport
51 miles, S 1.4 star