Riverside, CT
Livability
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Bikeability
4/10
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Walkability
5/10
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Transit
6/10
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Commute
4/10
home
Housing
1/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
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Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
9/10
school
Colleges
9/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
- directions_run Walkability
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Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
- directions_car Commute
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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Sufficient Access. Public transportation is available but may have limitations in frequency, coverage, or convenience.
- home Housing
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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
9,216
332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
78.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$250,001
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$1,824,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,419
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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 | 8 | 28 |
| Feb | 3 | 8 | 31 |
| Mar | 4 | 5 | 38 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 49 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 58 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Sep | 5 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 53 |
| Nov | 4 | 0 | 43 |
| Dec | 4 | 5 | 33 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 57% of residents leaning left and 38% leaning right.
Liberal (57%) (38%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 35%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 4, CT State Senate District 36, CT State House District 150, CTSchools
Riverside School
<1 miles, E
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4.6
Eastern Middle School
<1 miles, NE
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4.6
Old Greenwich School
<1 miles, SE
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4.6
Cos Cob School
1 miles, NW
•
4.1
Colleges
University of Connecticut-Stamford
3 miles, E
•
3.7
SUNY at Purchase College
6 miles, NW
•
1.9
Manhattanville College
7 miles, NW
•
2.8
Center for Ultrasound Research & Education
8 miles, W
Hospitals
Stamford Hospital
2 miles, NE
•
3.2
Greenwich Hospital Association -
2 miles, NW
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4.1
White Plains Hospital Center
10 miles, W
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3.2
Norwalk Hospital
10 miles, E
•
2.3
Airports
Westchester County Airport
7 miles, NW
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1.4
Laguardia Airport
23 miles, SW
•
4.6
John F Kennedy International Airport
29 miles, SW
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4.1
Long Island MacArthur Airport
30 miles, SE
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1.4