East Hartford, CT
Full City Profile · Connecticut · Capitol Planning Region County
East Hartford, CT
At a Glance
How East Hartford Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows East Hartford's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is East Hartford a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
East Hartford residents earn a median household income of $66,943 , which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,395. The unemployment rate stands at 5.9% (64% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 36,617 business establishments, including 2,315 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in East Hartford is $215,400 , 24% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $310,951. Median rent is $1,184/month, with 31.8% 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 1962.
Safety & Crime
East Hartford reports 91 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 76% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,676/100K. The murder rate is 5.9/100K.
Education
17.6% of adults in East Hartford hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below the national average). 86.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
East Hartford has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches.