Pomfret Town, CT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
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
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
4,294 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
46.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$105,642 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$391,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$984 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,114 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.6% 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 13 24
Feb 3 10 27
Mar 5 7 35
Apr 5 2 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 5 0 50
Nov 5 1 41
Dec 4 10 30

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. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (54%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 47%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, CT State Senate District 29, CT State House District 50, CT
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Schools

Pomfret Community School
<1 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Pomfret School
1 miles, NE • 5 star
Rectory School
2 miles, NE
Killingly Intermediate School
4 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Quinebaug Valley Community College
5 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Nichols College
12 miles, NE • 2.8 star
University of Connecticut
15 miles, W • 3.7 star
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Hospitals

Day Kimball Hospital
4 miles, E • 3.2 star
Harrington Memorial Hospital-1
15 miles, N • 3.2 star
Windham Community Memorial Hospital
17 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Worcester Regional Airport
28 miles, NE • 1 star
Theodore Francis Green State Airport
30 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Bradley International Airport
37 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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