Cornwall, CT

Connecticut

Cornwall is a small town in Connecticut with a population of 65. Residents earn $134,167 per year, which is 79% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
65 Population 116/sq mi density
$134,167 Median Income $155,657 per capita
N/A Home Value $639,681 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$134,167 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
70.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $134,167
79% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 70.8%
110% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.1%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population65
Median Age61.5 yrs
Density116/mi²
Male / Female39% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans74.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$134,167
Per Capita$155,657
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$6,465M
Commute32 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$639,681

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Elevation704 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+70.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.10

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute32 min
Broadband37.0%
Libraries21

Is Cornwall a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cornwall receives an overall livability score of 5.0 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. Cornwall stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cornwall is $134,167, which is significantly higher than the national average — 79% above $75,149. This places Cornwall among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Education

Cornwall is a highly educated community — 70.8% 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

Cornwall experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Cornwall has a population of 65 with a density of 116 people per square mile. The median age is 61.5 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.7%).

Population

65
Total Population
116
People / sq mi
61.5yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.5%
Female 61.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Cornwall vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.9%
3% below US avg
Spanish24.1%
80% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cornwall vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cornwall is $134,167, which is 79% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Cornwall vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$134,167
79% above US avg
Per Capita Income$155,657
Avg Weekly Wage$1,237
IRS Avg AGI$105,475

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,670
County GDP$6,465M

Business (County)

Restaurants273
Healthcare340
Retail378
Manufacturing152

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,102
160% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Work from Home31.1%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $639,681.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$639,681

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,102
160% above US avg
In Cornwall, 28.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.1%
12% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure26.2%
Asthma11.4%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity20.1%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%
Checkup Rate77.7%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access84.4%
Healthcare Facilities340

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Cornwall has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.9 inches
23% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation704 ft (215 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density116/sq mi
Coordinates41.8443°N, 73.3327°W
County FIPS09160
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 70.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (110% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.3-point margin. 37.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.9%
D 48.6%

Winner: Republican by 1.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+70.8%
110% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density116/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access37.0%
Public Libraries21
Healthcare Facilities340
Restaurants273
Retail Stores378

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Work from Home31.1%

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