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Chester Center, CT
Full City Profile · Connecticut · Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region County
Chester Center, CT
At a Glance
How Chester Center Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Chester Center's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Chester Center a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Chester Center residents earn a median household income of $73,542 , which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,571. The unemployment rate stands at 3.0% (17% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 6,800 business establishments, including 485 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Chester Center is $397,400 , 41% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $469,904. Median rent is $1,338/month, with 33.8% 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 1952.
Safety & Crime
Chester Center reports 137 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 64% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,990/100K.
Education
35.5% of adults in Chester Center hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% above the national average). 94.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Chester Center has 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.