Connecticut · Metropolitan Area
East Haven is a small city in Connecticut with a population of 27,729. Residents earn $86,498 per year, which is 15% above the national average.
Based on current data, East Haven receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate. East Haven offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in East Haven is $86,498, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
The median home value in East Haven is $274,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,454 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
East Haven is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 113 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,465 per 100,000, 26% above the national average.
25.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
East Haven experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 82.3% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 17.7% |
| 32% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $86,498 |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $42,692 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,452 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $92,750 |
| Unemployment | 3.1% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.5% |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 20,772 |
| County GDP | $50,133M |
| Restaurants | 1,504 |
| Healthcare | 1,906 |
| Retail | 1,869 |
| Manufacturing | 609 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,646 |
| 147% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.15% |
| Commute Time | 23.5 min |
| Work from Home | 8.2% |
| Census Median | $274,900 |
| 2% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $344,465 |
| Median List Price | $335,000 |
| Median List Price | $335,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $237 |
| Homes Sold | 19 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.4% |
| Price Drops | 18.9% |
| Inventory | 37 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,454 |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,881 |
| Studio | $1,351 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,590 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,955 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,415 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,824 |
| Owner-Occupied | 74.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,646 |
| 147% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.15% |
| Obesity | 33.2% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.0% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.1% |
| Depression | 21.8% |
| Mental Distress | 17.4% |
| Physical Distress | 12.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.5% |
| Exercise Access | 95.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,906 |
| Total Violent | 113.4/100K |
| 70% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 27.5/100K |
| Robbery | 37.8/100K |
| Assault | 48.1/100K |
| Total Property | 2,464.5/100K |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 378.1/100K |
| Theft | 1,739.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 347.2/100K |
| Arson | 13.8/100K |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 52.0°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 41.8 inches |
| 10% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 132 ft (40 m) |
| Area | 12.3 sq mi (31.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,254/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.2935°N, 72.8590°W |
| County FIPS | 09170 |
Winner: Democrat by 20.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 25.0% |
| 26% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.7% |
| School Test Score | 6.10 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 2,254/sq mi |
| Total Area | 12.3 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 7 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 7 |
| Public Libraries | 27 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,906 |
| Restaurants | 1,504 |
| Retail Stores | 1,869 |
| Avg Commute | 23.5 min |
| Work from Home | 8.2% |