Cannondale, CT

Connecticut · Metropolitan Area

Cannondale is a small town in Connecticut with a population of 677. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
677 Population 2,052/sq mi density
$250,001 Median Income $122,498 per capita
$1,892,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$250,001 median income, 2.6% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$1,892,900 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
67.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $250,001
233% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,892,900
571% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 67.5%
100% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.3%
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population677
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density2,052/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 56%

Economy

A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$122,498
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$76,344M
Commute37 min

Housing

C
Home Value$1,892,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity22.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.2%
Heart Disease3.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Elevation228 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+67.5%
High School+97.7%
School Score6.10

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 59%
Commute37 min
Broadband55.0%
Libraries29

Is Cannondale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cannondale receives an overall livability score of 4.1 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, long commute times. Cannondale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cannondale is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places Cannondale among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cannondale is $1,892,900, making it a premium housing market at 571% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.6x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Cannondale is a highly educated community — 67.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Cannondale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Cannondale has a population of 677 with a density of 2,052 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (55.5%).

Population

677
Total Population
2,052
People / sq mi
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Cannondale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only58.7%
25% below US avg
Spanish41.3%
208% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cannondale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cannondale is $250,001, which is 233% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Cannondale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$250,001
233% above US avg
Per Capita Income$122,498
Avg Weekly Wage$2,482
IRS Avg AGI$242,927

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% 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 Rate0.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.2 min
Work from Home40.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Cannondale is $1,892,900, 571% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,892,900
571% 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-Occupied88.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,715
349% above US avg
Effective Rate0.83%
In Cannondale, 22.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.2% report depression. 17.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.3%
31% below US avg
Diabetes6.2%
Heart Disease3.6%
High Blood Pressure24.5%
Asthma9.1%
COPD3.2%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity17.2%
Depression16.2%
Mental Distress12.9%
Physical Distress8.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate77.7%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access96.0%
Healthcare Facilities2,172

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Cannondale 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation228 ft (69 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density2,052/sq mi
Coordinates41.2162°N, 73.4253°W
County FIPS09190
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 67.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.1-point margin. 55.0% 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+67.5%
100% above US avg
High School+97.7%
School Test Score6.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,052/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.0%
Public Libraries29
Healthcare Facilities2,172
Restaurants1,808
Retail Stores2,360

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.2 min
Work from Home40.1%

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