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Branford Center, CT
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Branford Center, CT
At a Glance
How Branford Center Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Branford Center's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Branford Center a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Branford Center residents earn a median household income of $70,391 , which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,046. The unemployment rate stands at 3.1% (14% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 20,772 business establishments, including 1,504 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Branford Center is $291,500 , 3% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $344,465. Median rent is $1,414/month, with 29.2% 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 1970.
Safety & Crime
Branford Center reports 113 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 70% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,465/100K.
Education
39.7% of adults in Branford Center hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above the national average). 96.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Branford Center has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.