State House District 71, CT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 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
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
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
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
23,023 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$84,981 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$260,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,059 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$992 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.2% 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 4 15 23
Feb 3 13 26
Mar 4 10 34
Apr 4 3 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 5 0 65
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 5 0 49
Nov 4 3 40
Dec 4 12 29

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.

Liberal (53%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 50%
Other 7%

Schools

Westover School
<1 miles, W 5 star
Middlebury Elementary School
<1 miles, SE 4.1 star
Memorial Middle School
1 miles, NE 4.1 star
Holy Cross High School
2 miles, E 5 star

Colleges

Post University
2 miles, E 2.3 star
Naugatuck Valley Community College
2 miles, E 1.9 star

Hospitals

Waterbury Hospital
3 miles, E 1.4 star
Saint Mary's Hospital
4 miles, E 4.1 star
Griffin Hospital
13 miles, S 3.2 star
Bristol Hospital
14 miles, NE 3.2 star

Airports

Tweed-New Haven Airport
22 miles, S 1 star
Bradley International Airport
36 miles, NE 2.8 star
Westchester County Airport
44 miles, SW 1.4 star
Long Island MacArthur Airport
51 miles, S 1.4 star