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Broad Brook, CT
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Broad Brook, CT
At a Glance
How Broad Brook Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Broad Brook's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Broad Brook a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Broad Brook residents earn a median household income of $96,484 , which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,503. The unemployment rate stands at 2.4% (33% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 36,617 business establishments, including 2,315 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Broad Brook is $328,300 , 16% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $391,805. Median rent is $1,297/month, with 23.5% 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 1984.
Safety & Crime
Broad Brook reports 119 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 69% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,914/100K.
Education
48.3% of adults in Broad Brook hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% above the national average). 98.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Broad Brook has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.