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Derby, CT
Full City Profile · Connecticut · Greater Bridgeport Planning Region County
Derby, CT
At a Glance
How Derby Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Derby's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Derby a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Derby residents earn a median household income of $76,263 , which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,781. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4% (22% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 10,884 business establishments, including 701 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Derby is $242,300 , 14% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $332,106. Median rent is $1,453/month, with 36.8% 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 1963.
Safety & Crime
Derby reports 192 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 49% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,925/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
33.2% of adults in Derby hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below the national average). 89.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Derby has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 271 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.