Botsford, CT

Connecticut · Metropolitan Area

Botsford is a small town in Connecticut with a population of 702. Residents earn $205,469 per year, which is 173% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
702 Population 867/sq mi density
$205,469 Median Income $104,735 per capita
$525,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$205,469 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$525,000 home value
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
49.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $205,469
173% higher than US avg
Home Value $525,000
86% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.3%
46% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.9%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Botsford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population702
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density867/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

A+
Median Income$205,469
Per Capita$104,735
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$76,344M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$525,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity22.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Elevation492 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.3%
High School+95.0%
School Score6.10

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 59%
Commute23 min
Libraries29

Is Botsford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Botsford receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Botsford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Botsford is $205,469, which is significantly higher than the national average — 173% above $75,149. This places Botsford among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Botsford is $525,000, making it a premium housing market at 86% above the U.S. median of $281,900. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Botsford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches, including 49.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Botsford has a population of 702 with a density of 867 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.9%), with 5.1% Black.

Population

702
Total Population
867
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.7%
Female 57.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Botsford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only74.7%
5% below US avg
Spanish25.3%
89% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Botsford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Botsford is $205,469, which is 173% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Botsford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$205,469
173% above US avg
Per Capita Income$104,735
Avg Weekly Wage$2,482
IRS Avg AGI$242,927

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)33,324
County GDP$76,344M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,808
Healthcare2,172
Retail2,360
Manufacturing493

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$15,715
349% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Work from Home31.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Botsford is $525,000, 86% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$525,000
86% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,351
1 Bedroom$1,590
2 Bedrooms$1,955
3 Bedrooms$2,415
4 Bedrooms$2,824

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,715
349% above US avg
Effective Rate2.99%
In Botsford, 22.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 19.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Botsford vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.9%
29% below US avg
Diabetes6.3%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure23.5%
Asthma10.5%
COPD3.9%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity19.4%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress9.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate77.0%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access96.0%
Healthcare Facilities2,172

Crime Rates: Botsford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Botsford has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.0 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall49.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation492 ft (150 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density867/sq mi
Coordinates41.3588°N, 73.2672°W
County FIPS09190
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 49.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.7%
D 58.8%

Winner: Democrat by 19.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.3%
46% above US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score6.10
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density867/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries29
Healthcare Facilities2,172
Restaurants1,808
Retail Stores2,360

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Work from Home31.1%

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