New Milford Town, CT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
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 9/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
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
28,161 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
40.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$103,630 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$383,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,039 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,331 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.0% 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 3 12 24
Feb 3 10 28
Mar 4 8 36
Apr 4 2 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 5 0 50
Nov 4 1 41
Dec 4 8 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 44% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, CT State Senate District 30, CT State House District 67, CT
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Schools

Canterbury School
1 miles, S • 5 star
Schaghticoke Middle School
2 miles, E • 2.8 star
Sarah Noble Intermediate School
3 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Western Connecticut State University
14 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Post University
18 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Danbury Hospital
14 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Waterbury Hospital
19 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Putnam Hospital Center
20 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Sharon Hospital
20 miles, N • 5 star
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Airports

Tweed-New Haven Airport
36 miles, SE • 1 star
Westchester County Airport
40 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Bradley International Airport
45 miles, E • 2.8 star
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