West Cornwall, CT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 5/10
directions_bus Transit 5/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
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
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
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
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
56 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
46.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
57.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$148,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$341,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$890 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$925 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
30.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Northwest Hills Planning Region
2
Torrington 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

Northwest Hills Planning Region
2
Torrington Urban Area
2
Connecticut
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 15 23
Feb 3 14 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 true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right.

Liberal (47%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 50%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, CT State Senate District 30, CT State House District 64, CT
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Schools

Cornwall Consolidated School
1 miles, E • 3.7 star
Sharon Center School
6 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Lee H Kellogg School
6 miles, NE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Bard College at Simon's Rock
24 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Sharon Hospital
6 miles, NW • 5 star
Charlotte Hungerford Hospital
13 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Fairview Hospital
23 miles, N • 5 star
Bristol Hospital
26 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Bradley International Airport
35 miles, E • 2.8 star
Tweed-New Haven Airport
48 miles, S • 1 star
Westchester County Airport
58 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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