Candlewood Knolls, CT

Connecticut · Metropolitan Area

Candlewood Knolls is a small town in Connecticut with a population of 150.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
150 Population 1,000/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $56,533 per capita
$394,400 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+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
95.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $394,400
40% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 95.1%
182% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.6%
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 32.8%
811% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population150
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density1,000/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$56,533
Unemployment32.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$76,344M

Housing

Home Value$394,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity24.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.4%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Elevation459 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+95.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.10

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 59%
CommuteN/A
Broadband63.0%
Libraries29

Is Candlewood Knolls a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

At 32.8%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Candlewood Knolls is $394,400, 40% above the national median.

Education

Candlewood Knolls is a highly educated community — 95.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above 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

Candlewood Knolls 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.

Candlewood Knolls has a population of 150 with a density of 1,000 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

150
Total Population
1,000
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.3%
Female 58.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Candlewood Knolls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.2%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.8%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Candlewood Knolls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Candlewood Knolls is N/A. The unemployment rate is 32.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Candlewood Knolls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$56,533
Avg Weekly Wage$2,482
IRS Avg AGI$242,927

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment32.8%
811% above 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 Rate3.98%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home47.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Candlewood Knolls is $394,400, 40% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$394,400
40% 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-Occupied85.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,715
349% above US avg
Effective Rate3.98%
In Candlewood Knolls, 24.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.4% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Candlewood Knolls vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.6%
23% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure25.0%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity20.6%
Depression19.4%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Checkup Rate75.0%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access96.0%
Healthcare Facilities2,172

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Candlewood Knolls 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

Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,000/sq mi
Coordinates41.4791°N, 73.4636°W
County FIPS09190
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 95.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (182% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.1-point margin. 63.0% 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+95.1%
182% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,000/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%
Public Libraries29
Healthcare Facilities2,172
Restaurants1,808
Retail Stores2,360

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home47.5%

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