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Colchester, CT
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Colchester, CT
At a Glance
How Colchester Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Colchester's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Colchester a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Colchester residents earn a median household income of $79,685 , which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,066. The unemployment rate stands at 1.9% (47% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 9,101 business establishments, including 773 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Colchester is $280,500 , 0% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $416,774. Median rent is $1,444/month, with 29.5% 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 1978.
Safety & Crime
Colchester reports 23 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 94% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 550/100K.
Education
34.4% of adults in Colchester hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% above the national average). 96.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Colchester has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.