Deep River Center, CT

Connecticut · Metropolitan Area

Deep River Center is a small town in Connecticut with a population of 2,636. Residents earn $74,000 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,636 Population 694/sq mi density
$74,000 Median Income $50,512 per capita
$317,700 Home Value
$1,193 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$74,000 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$317,700 home value, $1,193/mo rent
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
46.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,000
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $317,700
13% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 46.9%
39% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,193
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.4%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Deep River Center Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,636
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density694/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A+
Median Income$74,000
Per Capita$50,512
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$16,096M
Commute19 min

Housing

A
Home Value$317,700
Rent$1,193
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Elevation87 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.9%
High School+93.0%
School Score6.10

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute19 min
Libraries20

Is Deep River Center a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deep River Center receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Deep River Center stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deep River Center is $74,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Deep River Center is $317,700, 13% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,193 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Deep River 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Deep River Center has a population of 2,636 with a density of 694 people per square mile. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.7%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 4.7% Black.

Population

2,636
Total Population
694
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Deep River Center vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.6%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.4%
22% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Deep River Center vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deep River Center is $74,000, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Deep River Center vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,000
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$50,512
Avg Weekly Wage$1,353
IRS Avg AGI$111,114

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,800
County GDP$16,096M

Business (County)

Restaurants485
Healthcare542
Retail655
Manufacturing215

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,204
134% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Work from Home15.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Deep River Center is $317,700, 13% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,193 (3% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$317,700
13% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$381
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.7%
Price Drops14.3%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,193
3% above US avg

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-Occupied58.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,204
134% above US avg
Effective Rate2.58%
In Deep River Center, 28.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.7% report depression. 18.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Deep River Center vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.4%
12% below US avg
Diabetes7.0%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure27.0%
Asthma10.9%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity18.5%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Checkup Rate79.7%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access92.7%
Healthcare Facilities542

Crime Rates: Deep River Center vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Deep River Center has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation87 ft (27 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.8 km²)
Population Density694/sq mi
Coordinates41.3789°N, 72.4405°W
County FIPS09130
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 46.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.4%
D 55.9%

Winner: Democrat by 13.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+46.9%
39% above US avg
High School+93.0%
School Test Score6.10
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density694/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries20
Healthcare Facilities542
Restaurants485
Retail Stores655

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Work from Home15.2%

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