Bantam, CT
Full City Profile · Connecticut · Northwest Hills Planning Region County
Bantam, CT
At a Glance
How Bantam Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bantam's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bantam a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bantam residents earn a median household income of $51,406 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,491. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5% (53% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,670 business establishments, including 273 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bantam is $292,000 , 4% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $389,970. Median rent is $666/month, with 32.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1948.
Education
22.7% of adults in Bantam hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below the national average). 92.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bantam has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches.