Moosup, CT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
3,218 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,469 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
21.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$269,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$839 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$967 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region
2
Putnam Urban Area
2
Connecticut
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region
2
Putnam Urban Area
2
Connecticut
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 11 26
Feb 3 10 29
Mar 5 7 36
Apr 5 1 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 5 0 51
Nov 5 1 42
Dec 4 9 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (54%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 47%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 8%

Schools

Moosup Elementary School
<1 miles, W 2.8 star
Plainfield High School
2 miles, NW 2.8 star
Shepard Hill Elementary School
2 miles, NW 2.8 star
Sterling Community School
2 miles, SE 1.9 star

Colleges

Quinebaug Valley Community College
8 miles, N 1.4 star
Eastern Connecticut State University
18 miles, NW 2.8 star
Three Rivers Community College
18 miles, SW 1.9 star
New England Institute of Technology
20 miles, SE 1.9 star

Hospitals

Day Kimball Hospital
13 miles, N 3.2 star
William W Backus Hospital
16 miles, SW 4.1 star
Natchaug Hospital
17 miles, NW
Windham Community Memorial Hospital
18 miles, NW 4.1 star

Airports

Worcester Regional Airport
38 miles, N 1 star
Bradley International Airport
44 miles, NW 2.8 star
Tweed-New Haven Airport
61 miles, W 1 star