Congressional District 3, 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 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
718,781 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
39.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$87,886 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$326,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,074 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,246 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.7% 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 3 13 24
Feb 3 11 27
Mar 4 8 35
Apr 4 2 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 4 0 50
Nov 4 2 41
Dec 4 10 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 52% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.

Liberal (53%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 51%
Other 6%

Schools

Ridge Road Elementary School
<1 miles, SW 4.6 star
Spring Glen School
<1 miles, W 4.1 star
Lorraine D Foster Day School
<1 miles, W 1 star
Hamden Middle School
1 miles, NW 1.9 star

Colleges

Paier College of Art Inc
3 miles, W 1.4 star
Albertus Magnus College
3 miles, SW 2.8 star

Hospitals

Yale-New Haven Hospital
5 miles, SW 3.2 star
Masonicare Health Center Hospital
7 miles, NE 4.1 star

Airports

Tweed-New Haven Airport
8 miles, S 1 star
Bradley International Airport
41 miles, NE 2.8 star
Long Island MacArthur Airport
41 miles, SW 1.4 star
Westchester County Airport
47 miles, W 1.4 star