Congressional District 1, CT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
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
717,481 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
39.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$86,832 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$285,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$994 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,150 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Connecticut
2
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Connecticut
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 15 23
Feb 3 13 26
Mar 4 9 34
Apr 4 3 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 5 0 49
Nov 4 3 40
Dec 4 12 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%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 42%
Hillary Clinton 51%
Other 7%

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Schools

Barkhamsted Elementary School
2 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Northwestern Regional High School
2 miles, W • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Tunxis Community College
17 miles, S • 1.9 star
University of Saint Joseph
18 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Charlotte Hungerford Hospital
11 miles, SW • 1.4 star
John Dempsey Hospital
18 miles, S • 3.2 star
Bristol Hospital
18 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Bradley International Airport
17 miles, E • 2.8 star
Tweed-New Haven Airport
46 miles, S • 1 star
Worcester Regional Airport
63 miles, E • 1 star
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