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Chester Center, CT
Connecticut · Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region · Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford Metro
Chester Center is a small town in Connecticut with a population of 1,876. Residents earn $73,542 per year, which is 2% below the national average.
Data updated April 2026
3.1
/5.0
B
Good
1,876
Population
700/sq mi density
$73,542
Median Income
$48,571 per capita
$397,400
Home Value
$469,904 Zillow
$1,338
Median Rent
33.8% income on rent
53°F
Avg Temperature
282 sunny days/yr
137
Violent Crime/100K
1,990 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$73,542 median income, 3.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$397,400 home value, $1,338/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
137 violent crimes/100K (64% below avg)
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.5% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$73,542
2% lower than US avg
Home Value
$397,400
41% higher than US avg
Violent Crime
137/100K
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
35.5%
5% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$1,338
15% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment
3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.1%
6% higher than US avg
How Chester Center Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,876
Median Age50.6 yrs
Density700/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans5.6%
Economy
B+Median Income$73,542
Per Capita$48,571
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty13.1%
County GDP$16,096M
Commute26 min
Housing
B+Home Value$397,400
Rent$1,338
Ownership69.7%
Zillow$469,904
Housing Units854
Rent Burden33.8%
Crime
FViolent137/100K
Property1,990/100K
Health
Obesity30.2%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking11.3%
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.0%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation195 ft (59 m)
Education
B+Bachelor's+35.5%
High School+94.6%
Graduate+15.6%
School Score6.10
Community
2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute26 min
Broadband94.7%
EV Stations6
Libraries20
Is Chester Center a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Chester Center receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Chester Center offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Chester Center is $73,542, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Chester Center is $397,400, 41% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,338 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Safety & Crime
Chester Center is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 137 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,990 per 100,000, near the national average.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 35.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Chester Center experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Chester Center has a population of 1,876 with a density of 700 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age is 50.6 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 43.2% female and 56.8% male. The city is predominantly White (90%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 1.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.9% of residents, while 7.1% speak Spanish. 5.6% of the population are veterans. 13.6% of residents have a disability. 95.6% have health insurance coverage.
Population
1,876
Total Population
700
People / sq mi
50.6yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Chester Center vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Chester Center vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Chester Center is $73,542, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,571 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,353. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 6,800 business establishments, including 485 restaurants. The cost of living index is 103.6, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes. 17.7% of workers work from home.
Income: Chester Center vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $73,542 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $48,571 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,353 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $111,114 |
| Gini Index | 0.451 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.1% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 6,800 |
| County GDP | $16,096M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 485 |
| Healthcare | 542 |
| Retail | 655 |
| Manufacturing | 215 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,204 |
| 134% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 103.60 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.06% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 76.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.5% |
| Work from Home | 17.7% |
Walkability
The median home value in Chester Center is $397,400, 41% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $469,904, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96.4% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,338 (15% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,590 for a one-bedroom to $1,955 for a two-bedroom apartment. 69.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 854 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1952. The average annual property tax is $8,204 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 33.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $397,400 |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $469,904 |
| Median List Price | $549,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $549,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $289 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.4% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,338 |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 33.8% |
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
| Homeownership | 69.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 69.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 30.3% |
| Housing Units | 854 |
| Median Year Built | 1952 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,204 |
| 134% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.06% |
In Chester Center, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.0% of residents. 28.6% have high blood pressure. 11.3% are current smokers. 18.8% report binge drinking. 20.1% are physically inactive, below the national average. 25.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.1% experience frequent mental distress. 6.6% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). 92.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities.
Health Metrics: Chester Center vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.2% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.6% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Cancer | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 11.3% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 18.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.1% |
| Depression | 25.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.1% |
| Physical Distress | 11.3% |
| Short Sleep | 33.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.6% |
| Uninsured | 6.6% |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Mental Health | 1:193 |
| Checkup Rate | 79.8% |
| Dental Visits | 74.1% |
Food & Exercise
| Exercise Access | 92.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 542 |
Chester Center has a violent crime rate of 137 per 100,000 residents, 64% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,990 per 100,000, 2% above the U.S. average. Overall, Chester Center receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Chester Center vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 136.7/100K |
| 64% below US avg | |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 1,990.3/100K |
| 2% above US avg |
Traffic Safety
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Chester Center experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 282 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 195 feet.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 53.0°F |
| 2% below US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 195 ft (59 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 700/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4030°N, 72.4569°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region County |
| Nearest Airport | Bradley International (BDL) 39 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 83.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 17.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 90.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Coastal Flood | Relatively Moderate |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.3 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1964 | LONG ISLAND, NY | Meteorological | 0.3 m | — | 86 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (0°C) | 4.2 in | |
| February | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 4.5 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 4.2 in | |
| June | 66°F (19°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 53°F (11°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 44°F (6°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 33°F (1°C) | 4.4 in |
Chester Center has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 29°F in February to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.7") and February the driest (3.7").
Chester Center is located in Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 35.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 5% above the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. 15.6% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 55.9% of the vote, a 13.4-point margin. 94.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 6 EV charging stations. There are 20 public libraries serving the community. 542 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 76.9% of workers drive alone to work.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Democrat by 13.4 points
Safety & Disasters
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
F
Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 35.5% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.6% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 15.6% |
| School Test Score | 6.10 |
B+
Education Grade (3.8/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro / 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 700/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.0 sq mi |
| County | Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 94.7% |
| EV Charging Stations | 6 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 6 |
| Public Libraries | 20 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 542 |
| Restaurants | 485 |
| Retail Stores | 655 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 25.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 76.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.5% |
| Work from Home | 17.7% |
Average costs for common services in Chester Center. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $259 ($155–$414) |
| Specialist Visit | $363 ($207–$570) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $207 ($104–$363) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,279 ($829–$5,180) |
| Dental Cleaning | $135 ($78–$207) |
| Dental Filling | $259 ($155–$414) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $47 ($26–$78) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $78 ($52–$124) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $311 ($155–$518) |
| Tire Rotation | $41 ($21–$78) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $622 ($414–$1,036) |
| Battery Replacement | $207 ($104–$363) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $104 ($62–$155) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $93 ($52–$145) |
| HVAC Repair | $414 ($155–$829) |
| HVAC System Install | $7,252 ($4,144–$12,432) |
| Roof Repair | $1,036 ($414–$2,072) |
| Roof Replacement | $9,324 ($5,698–$15,540) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,554 ($518–$3,626) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $15,540 ($5,180–$31,080) |
| DUI Defense | $5,180 ($2,072–$10,360) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,554 ($829–$3,108) |
| Will Preparation | $518 ($207–$1,036) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,590 ($1,036–$5,180) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $26 ($16–$47) |
| Women's Haircut | $57 ($31–$104) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $155 ($78–$259) |
| Manicure | $26 ($16–$47) |
| Pedicure | $41 ($26–$67) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $83 ($52–$135) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $4.25 ($3.11–$5.70) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.63 ($2.59–$5.18) |
| Loaf of Bread | $3.94 ($2.59–$5.70) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.66 ($3.11–$6.73) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.70 ($4.14–$7.77) |
| Rice (per lb) | $1.04 ($0.62–$1.86) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $145 ($83–$259) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $73 ($31–$155) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $73 ($41–$124) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $73 ($41–$104) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $67 ($31–$104) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $88 ($52–$155) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $207 ($78–$518) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $2,072 ($1,243–$3,626) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $73 ($31–$135) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $16 ($8.29–$26) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $104 ($31–$259) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $31 ($16–$78) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,243 ($622–$2,590) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $1,036 ($518–$2,072) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $414 ($207–$725) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $52 ($26–$104) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $1,036 ($414–$2,590) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $12,950 ($5,180–$31,080) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $62 ($31–$104) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $104 ($52–$207) |
| Dog Grooming | $62 ($31–$104) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $41 ($21–$78) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $311 ($155–$518) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $207 ($104–$414) |
Top Industries in Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 12,621 | 836 | $64,973 | 1.19 |
| Manufacturing | 9,380 | 262 | $98,237 | 1.55 |
| Retail Trade | 7,799 | 670 | $42,649 | 1.06 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 6,460 | 506 | $30,113 | 0.96 |
| Construction | 4,188 | 584 | $84,055 | 1.08 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 3,774 | 924 | $117,431 | 0.74 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 3,093 | 447 | $53,469 | 0.71 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2,571 | 106 | $39,560 | 0.82 |
| Other Services | 2,571 | 578 | $45,354 | 1.16 |
| Educational Services | 2,348 | 124 | $71,308 | 1.54 |
| Wholesale Trade | 2,288 | 521 | $110,947 | 0.79 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 1,660 | 131 | $43,123 | 1.34 |
| Finance & Insurance | 1,579 | 326 | $122,117 | 0.53 |
| Management of Companies | 884 | 68 | $126,285 | 0.71 |
| Information & Technology | 623 | 205 | $98,470 | 0.45 |
| Real Estate | 493 | 153 | $73,354 | 0.43 |
| Utilities | 319 | 13 | $164,258 | 1.14 |
| Unclassified | 9 | 24 | $138,593 | 0.09 |
Schools in Chester Center
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haddam-Killingworth Middle School | Middle | 399 | 40 | 10.0:1 |
| Haddam-Killingworth Intermediate School | Elementary | 260 | 27 | 9.6:1 |
| Chester Elementary School | Elementary | 222 | — | — |
Radio Stations near Chester Center
27 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hartford Bible Students Radio | bible, christian | MP3 96 kbps | |
| 100.3 The Beat | — | AAC 24 kbps | |
| 100.1 The Beat | urban contemporary | AAC | |
| 88.7 WNHU | college, college radio | MP3 120 kbps | |
| 97-9 Sports Hartford | charts, connecticut | AAC | |
| 102.9 the Whale | — | MP3 | |
| Fun Tower Radio | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| WIGN - 1550 AM Bluegrass Gospel | bible, bluegrass | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 105.3 The Beat | urban contemporary | AAC | |
| 102.3 The Beat | pop, top 40 | AAC | |
| 93.3 The Beat | urban contemporary | AAC | |
| Viva Radio | tropical | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| News Radio 1410 & 100.9 | news, talk | AAC | |
| WLNG | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Cygnus Radio | — | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Greater New Haven Police Department | emergency & public safety, police scanner | MP3 16 kbps | |
| WRTC | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| United FM Radio | metal, rock | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 85.1 WAHH | metal, rock | MP3 192 kbps | |
| The beat 92.5 (CA) | — | UNKNOWN | |
| 98.7 WNLC | classic rock | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| 106.7 The Beat | urban contemporary | AAC | |
| The Beat - Dance Hits | electronic | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 99.9 The Beat | urban contemporary | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| 92.1 The Beat | hip hop | AAC | |
| The Beat - Alternative Rock Revolution Headquarters | 90s alternative, alternative | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 94.1 The Beat | urban contemporary | AAC |
National Parks Near Chester Center
215 national parks and monuments found near Chester Center.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Above All State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Air Line State Park Trail | State Park | Free |
| Airline State Park (Old Forest Management Area) | State Park | Free |
| Airline State Park Trail | State Park | Free |
| Airline State Park Trail (North Trail) | State Park | Free |
| Airline State Park Trail (North Trail) | State Park | Free |
| Airline State Park Trail (Northern Section) | State Park | Free |
| Airline State Park Trail (Northern Section) | State Park | Free |
| Airline State Park Trail (Southern Section) | State Park | Free |
| Alfred E. Smith/Sunken Meadow State Park | State Park | Free |
| Alton Pond Fishing Access | State Park | Free |
| American Shakespeare State Park | State Park | Free |
| Amsterdam Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| Arcadia Developments (Beach Pond) | State Park | Free |
| Arcadia Management Area | State Park | Free |
| Arcadia Management Area | State Park | Free |
| Ashland State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park | State Park | Free |
| Beardsley State Park | State Park | Free |
| Beaver Brook State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Beckett Hill State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Belmont Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bethpage State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bigelow Hollow State Park | State Park | Free |
| Black Hut Management Area | State Park | Free |
| Black Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Blackstone River | State Park | Free |
| Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park | State Park | Free |
| Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park | State Park | Free |
| Block Island | State Park | Free |
| Blow Hole State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bluff Point State Park | State Park | Free |
| Boat Ramp | State Park | Free |
| Bolton Notch State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Bradford Boat Launch | State Park | Free |
| Brainard Homestead State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Brentwood State Park | State Park | Free |
| Brookhaven State Park | State Park | Free |
| Burlingame | State Park | Free |
| Burr Pond State Park | State Park | Free |
| C.M. Gardner State Park | State Park | Free |
| Callahan State Park | State Park | Free |
| Camp Hero State Park | State Park | Free |
| Campbell Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Campbell Falls State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Captree State Park | State Park | Free |
| Captree/Robert Moses State Park | State Park | Free |
| Charles Island | State Park | Free |
| Charlestown Breachway | State Park | Free |
| Chicopee Memorial State Park | State Park | Free |
| Cocumcussoc | State Park | Free |
| Connecticut River Greenway State Park | State Park | Free |
| Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park Trail | State Park | Free |
| Dean Parkway | State Park | Free |
| Dennis Hill State Park | State Park | Free |
| Devils Hopyard State Park | State Park | Free |
| Dinosaur State Park | State Park | Free |
| East Beach | State Park | Free |
| East Beach | State Park | Free |
| East Mountain State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Farm River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Farmington Canal Line State Park Trail | State Park | Free |
| Field Of Dreams Park | State Park | Free |
| Fire Island National Seashore | National Seashore | Free |
| Fort Ninigret | State Park | Free |
| Fort Trumbull State Park | State Park | Free |
| Fountain Pond Park | State Park | Free |
| Gay City State Park | State Park | Free |
| George C. Waldo State Park | State Park | Free |
| George D. Seymour State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| George Washington | State Park | Free |
| George Washington Picnic Grove | State Park | Free |
| Gilgo State Park | State Park | Free |
| Gillette Castle State Park | State Park | Free |
| Haddam Island State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Haddam Meadows State Park | State Park | Free |
| Haley Farm State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hammonasset Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hampton Ponds State Park | State Park | Free |
| Harkness Memorial State Park | State Park | Free |
| Harrisville Pond Fising Access | State Park | Free |
| Haystack Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Heckscher State Park | State Park | Free |
| Higganum Reservoir State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hither Hills State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hither Woods | State Park | Free |
| Holyoke Heritage State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hop River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hop River State Park Trail | State Park | Free |
| Hopemead State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Hopeville Pond State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hopkinton State Park | State Park | Free |
| Horse Guard State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Housatonic Meadows State Park | State Park | Free |
| Humaston Brook State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Hurd State Park | State Park | Free |
| Indian Lake Fishing Access | State Park | Free |
| Indian Well State Park | State Park | Free |
| Ivy Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| J.A. Skinner State Park | State Park | Free |
| John A. Minetto State Park | State Park | Free |
| John L. Curran Fishing Area | State Park | Free |
| Johnston Historical | State Park | Free |
| Keech Pond Access | State Park | Free |
| Kent Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Kettletown State Park | State Park | Free |
| Killingly Pond State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Lake Lorraine State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake Tiogue Boat Launch | State Park | Free |
| Lake Waramaug State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lamentation Mountain State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Larkin State Park Trail | State Park | Free |
| Locustville Pond | State Park | Free |
| Lovers Leap State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Machimoodus State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mashamoquet Brook State Park | State Park | Free |
| Meshanticut Park | State Park | Free |
| Millers Pond State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Minnie Island State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Misquamicut State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Montauk Downs State Park | State Park | Free |
| Montauk Point State Park | State Park | Free |
| Moore State Park | State Park | Free |
| Moosup Valley State Park Trail | State Park | Free |
| Mooween State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mount Bushnell State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Mount Everett State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Mount Holyoke Range State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mount Riga State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Mount Tom State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mount Tom State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Mowry Pond | State Park | Free |
| Napeague State Park | State Park | Free |
| New England National Scenic Trail | National Scenic Trail | Free |
| Nissequogue River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Old Furnace State Park | State Park | Free |
| Orient Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| Osbornedale State Park | State Park | Free |
| Pallozi Farm | State Park | Free |
| Pascoag Reservoir (Echo Lake) | State Park | Free |
| Pawcatuck River | State Park | Free |
| Penwood State Park | State Park | Free |
| Pink House Cove Ice Fishing | State Park | Free |
| Platt Hill State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Pomeroy State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Ponagansett River Corridor | State Park | Free |
| Prospect Hill | State Park | Free |
| Purgatory Chasm State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Putnam Memorial State Park | State Park | Free |
| Putnam Park | State Park | Free |
| Quaddick State Park | State Park | Free |
| Queens Forth Historic Site | State Park | Free |
| Quinebaug Lake State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Quinnipiac River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Quinsigamond State Park | State Park | Free |
| Red Bridge State Park | State Park | Free |
| Robinson State Park | State Park | Free |
| Rockville Management Area | State Park | Free |
| Rocky Glen State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Rocky Neck State Park | State Park | Free |
| Roger Wheeler State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Ross Pond State Park | State Park | Free |
| Rte 102 Picnic Grove | State Park | Free |
| Rutland State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sag Harbor Golf Course State Park | State Park | Free |
| Salt Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Salty Brine State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Scantic River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Scarborough Beach | State Park | Free |
| Scarborough State Beach | State Park | Free |
| Schofield Park | State Park | Free |
| Seaside State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sefsick | State Park | Free |
| Selden Neck Island State Park | State Park | Free |
| Selden Neck State Park | State Park | Free |
| Shadmoor State Park | State Park | Free |
| Shady Lea | State Park | Free |
| Sherwood Island State Park | State Park | Free |
| Silver Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Silver Spring Lake Fishing Access | State Park | Free |
| Slatersville Pond | State Park | Free |
| Sleeping Giant State Park | State Park | Free |
| Smith & Sayles Reservoir Access | State Park | Free |
| Snake Den State Park | State Park | Free |
| South Shore Management Area | State Park | Free |
| Southeast Light | State Park | Free |
| Southford Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Springfield Armory National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| State Beach | State Park | Free |
| State Park | State Park | Free |
| Stillwater Pond State Park | State Park | Free |
| Stoddard Hill State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Stratton Brook State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sunny Brook State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sunset Rock State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Talcott Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Tarbox | State Park | Free |
| Tefft | State Park | Free |
| Trimountain State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Union Pond Fishermans Access | State Park | Free |
| Wadhams Grove State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wadsworth Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wakefield Pond Access Area | State Park | Free |
| Weekapaug Fishing Area/Breachway | State Park | Free |
| Weir Farm National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Wells State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wells State Park | State Park | Free |
| West Rock Ridge State Park | State Park | Free |
| West Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Whittemore Glen State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Wildwood State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wilson Reservoir | State Park | Free |
| Windsor Meadows State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wood/Pawcatuck Access Area | State Park | Free |
| World War II Veterans Memorial State Park | State Park | Free |
Historical Trends — Chester Center
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1,848 | $73,875 |
| 2015 | 1,847 | $73,299 |
| 2017 | 1,760 | $84,688 |
| 2019 | 1,566 | $88,708 |
| 2021 | 1,622 | $94,071 |
| 2023 | 1,876 | $73,542 |
Museums in Chester Center
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DAVISON ART CENTER | ART MUSEUM | 8606852500 | $283,031,000 | |
| EZRA AND CECILE ZILKHA GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 8606852695 | $283,031,000 | |
| CONNECTICUT HUMANITIES COUNCIL | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8606853422 | $2,861,485 | |
| LYME HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8604345542 | $2,174,388 | |
| CONNECTICUT RIVER FOUNDATION AT STEAMBOAT DOCK | HISTORY MUSEUM | 8607678269 | $1,064,819 | |
| LEBANON HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 856 TRUMBULL HIGHWAY | 8606426579 | $257,545 |
| LEBANON HISTORICAL SOCIETY MUSEUM AND VISITOR CENTER | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8606426579 | $257,545 | |
| OLD LYME HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2 LIBRARY LANE | 8604340684 | $195,007 |
| PROMARE | NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM | PO BOX 450 | 7139836988 | $127,965 |
| OLD SAYBROOK HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 350 MAIN ST | 8603882622 | $126,539 |
| GOVERNOR JONATHAN TRUMBULL HOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 169 W TOWN ST | 8606427558 | $117,551 |
| HADDAM HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 14 HAYDEN HILL RD | 8603452400 | $109,589 |
| MADISON HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2032454567 | $79,531 | |
| DEEP RIVER HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 245 MAIN STREET | 8605261449 | $70,383 |
| MIDDLESEX COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8603460746 | $69,924 | |
| ESSEX HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 22 PROSPECT ST | 8607670681 | $61,338 |
| ESSEX HISTORICAL SOCIETY HILLS ACADEMY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8607670681 | $61,338 | |
| EAST HADDAM HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 264 TOWN STREET | 8608733944 | $59,878 |
| CLINTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 103 E MAIN ST | 8606692148 | $53,138 |
| CONNECTICUT TREES OF HONOR MEMORIAL | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | WALNUT GROVE RD | $44,533 | |
| DOROTHY WHITFIELD HISTORIC SOCIETY | HISTORY MUSEUM | 84 BOSTON STREET | 2034539477 | $27,862 |
| DEACON JOHN-GRAVE FOUNDATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 581 BOSTON POST ROAD | 2032454798 | $25,133 |
| MUSEUM OF FIFE & DRUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 62 NORTH MAIN STREET | 8607672237 | $23,921 |
| CONNECTICUT BOXING HALL OF FAME | GENERAL MUSEUM | $13,383 | ||
| ALLEGRA FARM HORSE & CARRIAGE | GENERAL MUSEUM | 69 TOWN RD | 8605378861 | |
| ANTIQUE CARRIAGE AND SLEIGH MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| CHATHAM HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| CHESTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9 WEST MAIN STREET PO BOX 204 | 8605265765 | |
| COLCHESTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8605374230 | ||
| COLCHESTER HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 24 LINWOOD AVE | 8605374230 | |
| CONNECTICUT CELLAR SAVERS | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8603421187 | ||
| CORNFIELD POINT PRESERVATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8603885816 | ||
| CROMWELL HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 395 MAIN STREET | 8606350501 | |
| DEEP RIVER ANCIENT MUSTER | GENERAL MUSEUM | 15 SOUTHWORTH STREET | 4138009755 | |
| DURHAM HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 38 TOWN HOUSE RD | 8607165497 | |
| EAST LYME HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 228 W MAIN ST | 8607396070 | |
| EVARTS MEMORIAL ARCHIVES | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2032452966 | ||
| FAULKNERS LIGHT BRIGADE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2034538400 | ||
| FLORENCE GRISWOLD MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 96 LYME ST | ||
| GOV TRUMBULL HOUSE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8606427558 | ||
| GREATER MIDDLETOWN MILITARY MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | |||
| GRISWOLD THOMAS HOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2034533176 | ||
| HADLYME NORTH SCHOOL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | PO BOX 328 | ||
| HENRY WHITFIELD STATE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 248 OLD WHITFIELD ST | 2034532457 | |
| JOSEPH N GOFF HOUSE | HISTORY MUSEUM | 2 BARTON HILL RD | 8604225450 | |
| KIDCITY CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | 119 WASHINGTON STREET | 8603470495 | |
| KILLINGWORTH HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8606631357 | ||
| LYME PUBLIC HALL ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 249 HAMBURG RD | 8604346115 | |
| MARIETTA MUSEUM ART WHIMSY | GENERAL MUSEUM | 2034533384 | ||
| MARLBOROUGH ARTS CENTER & MUSEUM | ART MUSEUM | 231 N MAIN ST | 8602959389 | |
| MILITARY HISTORIANS MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8603999460 | ||
| NATHAN HALE SCHOOL HOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8608733399 | ||
| PEGAGUS GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | |||
| PORTLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 492 MAIN ST | 8603425455 | |
| SALEM HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8608593510 | ||
| STANTON HOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8606692132 | ||
| THANKFUL ARNOLD HOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8603452400 | ||
| THOMAS AVERY HOUSE (SMITH-HARRIS HOUSE) | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| U.S. MAYFLOWER CHARITY | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| VALLEY RAILROAD | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| WESTBROOK DRUM CORPS | HISTORIC PRESERVATION |
Libraries in Chester Center
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RUSSELL LIBRARY | 123 BROAD ST. | 0.0 | 292,781 | |||
| GUILFORD FREE LIBRARY | 67 PARK ST. | 0.0 | 133,023 | |||
| ACTON PUBLIC LIBRARY | 60 OLD BOSTON POST RD. | 0.0 | 128,919 | |||
| EAST HAMPTON PUBLIC LIBRARY | 105 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 127,651 | |||
| CROMWELL BELDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY | 39 WEST ST. | 0.0 | 115,022 | |||
| HENRY CARTER HULL LIBRARY | 10 KILLINGWORTH TURNPIKE | 0.0 | 110,805 | |||
| EAST LYME PUBLIC LIBRARY | 39 SOCIETY ROAD | 0.0 | 93,756 | |||
| CRAGIN MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 8 LINWOOD AVENUE | 0.0 | 86,225 | |||
| E.C. SCRANTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 801 BOSTON POST RD. | 0.0 | 85,319 | |||
| PORTLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY | 20 FREESTONE AVE. | 0.0 | 84,357 | |||
| MIDDLE HADDAM PUBLIC LIBRARY | 2 KNOWLES RD. | 0.0 | 83,105 | |||
| DURHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY | 7 MAPLE AVE. | 0.0 | 69,067 | |||
| ESSEX LIBRARY ASSOCIATION | 33 WEST AVE. | 0.0 | 63,578 | |||
| PHOEBE GRIFFIN NOYES LIBRARY | 2 LIBRARY LANE | 0.0 | 55,000 | |||
| RICHMOND MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 15 SCHOOL DR. | 0.0 | 54,467 | |||
| WESTBROOK PUBLIC LIBRARY | 61 GOODSPEED DR. | 0.0 | 45,500 | |||
| JONATHAN TRUMBULL LIBRARY | 580 EXETER RD. | 0.0 | 42,000 | |||
| EAST HADDAM FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 18 PLAINS RD. | 0.0 | 40,972 | |||
| BRAINERD MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 920 SAYBROOK RD. | 0.0 | 39,677 | |||
| SALEM FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 264 HARTFORD RD. | 0.0 | 32,300 | |||
| DEEP RIVER PUBLIC LIBRARY | 150 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 30,000 | |||
| KILLINGWORTH LIBRARY | 301 ROUTE 81 | 0.0 | 27,541 | |||
| CHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY | 21 WEST MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 18,632 | |||
| LYME PUBLIC LIBRARY | 482 HAMBURG RD. | 0.0 | 15,896 | |||
| IVORYTON LIBRARY ASSOCIATION | 106 MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 12,011 |
Farmers Markets in Chester Center
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chester Sunday Farmers Market | 23 Main Street | Visit | |||
| Clinton CT Farmers' Market | 61 East Main Street | 06/18/2015 to 09/10/2015 | Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Colchester Farmers Market | 395 South Main Street | ||||
| Cromwell Farmers Market | 1 River Rd | Fri: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM; | Yes | Visit | |
| Deep River Farmers Market | The Stone House, 245 Main Street | ||||
| Durham Farmers' Market | Town House Road | May to September | Thu:3:00 PM - 6:30 PM; | Visit | |
| Essex Farmers Market | On the Green, Main Street | ||||
| HEBRON FARMERS MARKET | Hebron Elementary School, Rte. 85 | ||||
| Higganum Farmers' Market | 231 Saybrook Road | 05/30/2014 to 10/31/2014 | Fri: 3:30 PM-6:30 PM; | Visit | |
| Ivoryton Village Farmers Market | Ivoryton Village Green Corner of Main St and N Main St | 06/21/2014 to 10/11/2014 | Sat: 10:00 AM-1:30 PM; | Visit | |
| Lebanon Farmers Market | 579 Exeter Road | 06/02/2018 to 10/13/2018 | Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Lyme Farmers Market | 78 Bill Hill Rd | 06/01/2013 to 10/19/2013 | Sat: 9:00 AM-12:30 PM; | Visit | |
| MADISON FARMERS MARKET | Madison Historic Town Green | Visit | |||
| MARLBOROUGH FARMERS MARKET | 45 North Main Street | ||||
| Middletown Farmers Market | South Green on Old Church Street | ||||
| North End Farmers Market | 575 Main St | 07/01/2016 to 10/28/2016 | Fri: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Old Saybrook Farmers Market | 210 Main Street, Cinema Plaza | Visit | |||
| PORTLAND - TRI TOWN FOODS FARMERS MARKET | Store Parking Lot, 316 Marlborough Street | Visit | |||
| Public Market Palooza East Hampton, CT | 265 W Main Street | 10/05/2018 to 11/30/2018 | Fri: 2:00 PM-7:00 PM; | ||
| Salem Farmers' Market | 82 Norwich Rd (Rt 82) | Visit |
Hotels in Chester Center
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bishopsgate Inn
Boardman House Inn
Gelston House
Restaurants in Chester Center
8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
China Royale
Grano Arso
Haddam Pizza
Hadlyme Country Market
La Vita Gustosa
Otto
Restaurant L&E
Thai Riverside
Cafes in Chester Center
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
The Cooking Company
Theatres in Chester Center
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Goodspeed Opera House
Gas Stations in Chester Center
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Citgo
Mobil
Mobil
Sunoco
Banks in Chester Center
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
First Niagara
Liberty Bank
Breweries in Chester Center
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best Valley Wines Connecticut | brewers, wineries, trailer rental | 15 Orchard Park Rd | 2032450849 | |
| Medad Stone Tavern | Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Museums, Food & Entertainment, Taverns | 197 Three Mile Crse | 2034532263 | Visit |
| Steady Habit Brewing Company | Food & Drink, Breweries | 95 Bridge Rd | 18603168987 | |
| Still Hill Brewery | Tourist Information & Attractions, Food & Drink, Amusement Places & Arcades, Breweries, Tours, Brewe | 1275 Cromwell Ave Shunpike Business Center C | 18604366368, 8604366368 | Visit |
| Stubborn Beauty Brewing | Breweries, Food & Drink | 180 Johnson St | 8608747459 | Visit |
Nursing Homes in Chester Center
2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).
| Facility | Ownership | Beds | Residents | Overall | Health | Staffing | Quality | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARON MANOR NURSING & REHABILITATION 3 SOUTH WIG HILL RD |
For profit - Corporation | 60 | 57 | 5/5 | — | 4/5 | 5/5 | 8605265316 |
| CHESTERFIELDS HEALTH CARE CENTER 132 MAIN ST |
For profit - Corporation | 60 | 48 | 3/5 | — | 4/5 | 3/5 | 8605265363 |
Daycare Centers in Chester Center
2 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.
| Facility | Type | Phone | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| MONTESSORI CIRCLE OF FRIENDS 25 W MAIN ST |
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER | (860) 526-9995 | OPEN |
| VALLEY - SHORE YMCA SCHOOL AGE PROGRAM 23 RIDGE RD |
CENTER BASED — CHILD CARE CENTER | (860) 399-9622 EXT 1 | OPEN |
Cell Towers in Chester Center
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| WINDHAM AVE | TOWER | 104 |
| WINDHAM AVE | TOWER | 104 |
| 268 WINDHAM AVENUE (87026) | LTOWER | 104 |
| 131 LITTLE CITY RD | LTOWER | 98 |
| 126 PARKER ROAD | GTOWER | 93 |
| 38 HATCHETS HILL ROAD (65079) | MTOWER | 60 |
| 135 NEW RD | LTOWER | 59 |
| Wighill Road | TOWER | 57 |
| Wighill Road | TOWER | 57 |
| 856 Middletown Rd (65087) | MTOWER | 57 |
| 49 Brainerd Road (105269) | MTOWER | 53 |
| 170 INGHAM HILL ROAD | MTOWER | 53 |
| ROUTE 81 | LTOWER | 50 |
| 10 Tanner Marsh Rd | MTOWER | 50 |
| 1102 Horse Hill Rd | MTOWER | 50 |
| OLD ROUTE 79 | MTOWER | 50 |
| (Marlborough) 43 North Main Street | MTOWER | 49 |
| (Marlborough) 43 North Main Street | MTOWER | 49 |
| ROUTE 81 | MTOWER | 48 |
Fire Stations in Chester Center
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chester Hose Company | 6 High ST | Volunteer | 860-526-0019 | ||
| Killingworth Volunteer Fire Company, Inc | 333 RTE 81 | Volunteer | 860-663-1785 |
Bridges in Chester Center
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culvert | Steel | 1967 | 38 | 31,100 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1967 | 142 | 15,600 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1966 | 92 | 15,500 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1967 | 100 | 15,500 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1967 | 132 | 15,500 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1967 | 157 | 15,000 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 1967 | 156 | 15,000 | F | |
| Movable (Swing) | Steel | 1913 | 885 | 11,800 | P | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1982 | 29 | 7,600 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1971 | 227 | 7,600 | F | |
| Frame | Concrete | 2014 | 31 | 6,600 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1939 | 27 | 5,000 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1991 | 25 | 4,800 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2010 | 42 | 4,400 | G | |
| Culvert | Steel | 1984 | 28 | 4,400 | G | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1931 | 20 | 3,800 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1971 | 260 | 3,800 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1984 | 26 | 3,600 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1984 | 45 | 3,600 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2017 | 38 | 2,700 | G | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 2017 | 49 | 2,300 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1982 | 41 | 1,900 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2012 | 34 | 1,600 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2016 | 31 | 1,500 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1983 | 26 | 800 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1990 | 30 | 800 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2001 | 28 | 800 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1989 | 29 | 335 | F | |
| Slab | Prestressed concrete | 1928 | 44 | 300 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1968 | 255 | 250 | F | |
| Arch (Deck) | Concrete | 2009 | 21 | 200 | G | |
| Slab | Wood or Timber | 1950 | 32 | 150 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1930 | 26 | 120 | F |
Amtrak Stations in Chester Center
5 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Clinton, CT | 10 John Street Extension | TRAIN |
| Guilford, CT | 325 Old Whitfield Street | TRAIN |
| Madison, CT | 79 Bradley Road | TRAIN |
| Old Saybrook, CT | 455 Boston Post Road | TRAIN |
| Westbrook, CT | 101 Norris Avenue | TRAIN |
Superfund Sites Near Chester Center
9 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| A B E | SKINNER ST RT 196 | MIDDLESEX |
| AGT - CROMWELL | 252 SHUNPIKE ROAD | MIDDLESEX |
| MALLACE INDUSTRIES CORP. DBA FRISMAR | 1 HERITAGE PARK ROAD | MIDDLESEX |
| MALLACE INDUSTRIES CORP. DBA FRISMAR | 1 HERITAGE PARK ROAD | MIDDLESEX |
| MALLACE INDUSTRIES CORP. DBA FRISMAR | 1 HERITAGE PARK ROAD | MIDDLESEX |
| MATTABASSETT DISTRICT | 245 MAIN ST | MIDDLESEX |
| PRATT & WHITNEY | AIRCRAFT RD | MIDDLESEX |
| R. R. DONNELLEY & SONS | 50 SCHOOL HOUSE ROAD | MIDDLESEX |
| STANLEY-BOSTITCH FASTENING SYSTEMS | 140 KNOLLWOOD DRIVE | MIDDLESEX |
Airports Near Chester Center
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bradley International Airport | BDL | Large Airport |
| Groton New London Airport | GON | Medium Airport |
| Hartford Brainard Airport | HFD | Medium Airport |
| Igor I Sikorsky Memorial Airport | BDR | Medium Airport |
| Long Island MacArthur Airport | ISP | Medium Airport |
| Tweed New Haven Airport | HVN | Medium Airport |
| Westerly State Airport | WST | Medium Airport |
| Bancroft Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bayport Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Bee Field | — | Small Airport |
| Brookhaven Calabro Airport | WSH | Small Airport |
| Buell Farm Ultralightport | — | Small Airport |
| Calverton Executive Airpark | CTO | Small Airport |
| Cannizzaro Field | — | Small Airport |
| Chester Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Danielson Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Devils Hopyard Field | — | Small Airport |
| Dresser Hill Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Eastford Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Elizabeth Field | FID | Small Airport |
| Ellington Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Francis S Gabreski Airport | FOK | Small Airport |
| Gager Field | — | Small Airport |
| Gallup Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gardiners Island Landing Field | — | Small Airport |
| Goodspeed Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Green Acres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Heckler Field | — | Small Airport |
| Klenawicus Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Laurie Field | — | Small Airport |
| Lufker Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Maplewood Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mattituck Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Meriden Markham Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mile Creek Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Montauk Airport | MTP | Small Airport |
| Morehaven Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mundale Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rankl Field | — | Small Airport |
| Riconn Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Roberts Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Robertson Field | — | Small Airport |
| Rose Field | — | Small Airport |
| Salmon River Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Simsbury Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Skis Landing Area Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Skylark Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Southbridge Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Spadaro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Spruce Airport | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Chester Center
18 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Clinton Police Department | ||
| Connecticut State Police Troop F | 399 Spencer Plain Road | |
| Connecticut State Police Troop K | 15 Old Hartford Road | |
| Cromwell Police Department | 5 West Street | |
| Durham Resident State Trooper | ||
| East Haddam Resident State Trooper | ||
| East Hampton Police Department | ||
| East Lyme Public Safety Building | 277 West Main Street | |
| Essex Police Department | ||
| Guilford Police Department | 400 Church Street | |
| Killingworth Resident State Trooper Office | 240 Route 81 | |
| Madison Police Department | 9 Campus Drive | |
| Middletown Police Department | ||
| Old Lyme Police and Resident Trooper | 294 Shore Road | |
| Old Saybrook Police Department | 36 Lynde Street | |
| Portland Police Department | ||
| Public Safety | 208 High Street | |
| State Police |
Grocery Stores in Chester Center
3 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Cres Star Inc | Convenience Store | 1598 Saybrook Rd |
| Dollar General 19685 | Other | 85 Bridge Rd |
| River Valley Provisions | Supermarket | 95 Bridge Rd |
Treatment Centers in Chester Center
15 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut Valley Hospital | Both | 860-262-5000 |
| Connecticut Valley Hospital - Addiction Services Division | Substance Abuse | 800-828-3396 x5 |
| Connection Inc - Hallie House | Substance Abuse | 860-343-5500 |
| Farrell Outpatient - Baldwin | Substance Abuse | 860-343-5300 |
| Gilead Community Services Inc - Gateway Community Treatment Program | Both | 860-343-5300 x3425 |
| Gilead Community Services Inc - Middletown Outpatient Clinic | Both | 860-343-5300 x3425 |
| Middlesex Health - Mental Health Day Treatment Program | Both | 860-364-8802 |
| Natchaug Hospital Inc - Joshua Center Shoreline | Both | 860-510-0163 |
| River Valley Services | Both | 860-262-5200 |
| Root Center for Advanced Recovery - Hartford Dispensary/Middletown Clinic | Substance Abuse | 860-740-8132 |
| Rushford Center Inc - Adult Ambulatory Services | Substance Abuse | 877-577-3233 |
| Rushford Center Inc - Residential Detox Services | Substance Abuse | 860-852-1001 |
| Rushford Center Inc - Residential Intensive Treatment DMHAS | Substance Abuse | 860-852-1001 |
| SCADD Lebanon Pines - Residential Program | Substance Abuse | 860-889-1717 x209 |
| Waterstone Counseling Center | Substance Abuse | 203-245-0412 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chester Center
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| CHURCH OF FAITH AND LIFE INC | 9 ROBIN LN |
| FAITH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH | PO BOX 388 |
| GRACE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH INC | 750 ROUTE 148 |
| LET THE CHURCH RISE INC | 43 WHITEWOOD RD |
| LIVING ROCK CHURCH OF KILLINGWORTH INC | 138 ROUTE 81 |
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What is the population of Chester Center?
Chester Center has a population of 1,876 residents and is located in Connecticut. The population density is 700 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 43.2% female and 56.8% male.
Is Chester Center expensive to live in?
Chester Center has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 103.6 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $73,542, 2% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $397,400 (41% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,338 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
Is Chester Center safe?
Chester Center is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 137 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,990 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Chester Center receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Chester Center?
Chester Center has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 39.
How is the job market in Chester Center?
Chester Center has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,353. There are 6,800 business establishments in the area, including 485 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 26 minutes, and 17.7% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Chester Center?
The median home value in Chester Center is $397,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $469,904. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,338. Fair market rent is $1,590 for a 1-bedroom and $1,955 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 69.7%. The average annual property tax is $8,204.
How are the schools in Chester Center?
Schools in Chester Center score 6.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 35.5% of adults in Chester Center hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. 15.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Chester Center?
The obesity rate in Chester Center is 30.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 11.3% of adults are smokers. 20.1% are physically inactive. 25.5% of residents report depression. 6.6% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 92.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities.
What is transportation like in Chester Center?
The average commute in Chester Center is 26 minutes. 76.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 17.7% work from home.
What are the demographics of Chester Center?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Chester Center is 90% White, 1.7% Black or African American, 1.9% Hispanic or Latino. 92.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 7.1% speak Spanish. 5.6% of the population are military veterans. 13.6% of residents have a disability. 95.6% have health insurance coverage.
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