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Branchville, CT

Connecticut · Metropolitan Area

Branchville is a small town in Connecticut with a population of 91. Residents earn $42,500 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
91 Population 455/sq mi density
$42,500 Median Income $41,873 per capita
$1,813 Median Rent 47.5% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$42,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$1,813/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,500
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,813
56% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.6%
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population91
Median Age60.3 yrs
Density455/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans91.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$42,500
Per Capita$41,873
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$76,344M
Commute29 min

Housing

F
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,813
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units79
Rent Burden47.5%

Health

Obesity21.6%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking5.5%
Depression18.4%
Heart Disease3.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation351 ft (107 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+5.1%
School Score6.10

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 59%
Commute29 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries29

Is Branchville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Branchville receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Branchville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Branchville is $42,500, 43% below the national average of $75,149. 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 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,813 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Branchville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Branchville has a population of 91 with a density of 455 people per square mile. The median age is 60.3 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

91
Total Population
455
People / sq mi
60.3yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Branchville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Branchville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Branchville is $42,500, which is 43% below 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 29 minutes.

Income: Branchville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,500
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,873
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

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Drive Alone89.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,813 (56% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,813
56% above US avg
Rent Burden47.5%

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-Occupied24.4%
Housing Units79
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,715
349% above US avg
In Branchville, 21.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 5.5% are current smokers. 18.4% report depression. 16.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.6%
33% below US avg
Diabetes5.6%
Heart Disease3.3%
High Blood Pressure21.4%
Asthma9.6%
COPD2.9%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke1.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking5.5%
61% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity16.4%
Depression18.4%
Mental Distress13.2%
Physical Distress8.2%
Short Sleep31.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.9%
Dental Visits80.3%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access96.0%
Healthcare Facilities2,172
Branchville has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation351 ft (107 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density455/sq mi
Coordinates41.2678°N, 73.4434°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS09190
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.1-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.7%
D 58.8%

Winner: Democrat by 19.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+5.1%
School Test Score6.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density455/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries29
Healthcare Facilities2,172
Restaurants1,808
Retail Stores2,360

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Drive Alone89.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

Georgetown, CT 1,751 pop · 1.8 mi Ridgefield, CT 7,103 pop · 2.6 mi Route 7 Gateway, CT 1,032 pop · 3.9 mi Lakes East, CT 1,295 pop · 5.0 mi Wilton Center, CT 1,730 pop · 5.4 mi Lakes West, CT 1,308 pop · 5.9 mi Bethel, CT 11,606 pop · 6.6 mi South Wilton, CT 1,453 pop · 6.7 mi Poplar Plains, CT 1,203 pop · 7.6 mi Ridgebury, CT 1,949 pop · 7.8 mi Coleytown, CT 3,479 pop · 8.2 mi Old Hill, CT 3,078 pop · 8.8 mi New Canaan, CT 7,032 pop · 9.0 mi Danbury, CT 86,086 pop · 9.2 mi
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