East Haven, CT
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East Haven, CT
At a Glance
How East Haven Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows East Haven's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is East Haven a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
East Haven residents earn a median household income of $86,498 , which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,692. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 20,772 business establishments, including 1,504 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in East Haven is $274,900 , 2% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $364,482. Median rent is $1,454/month, with 40.2% 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 1967.
Safety & Crime
East Haven reports 98 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 74% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,957/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
25.0% of adults in East Haven hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below the national average). 91.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
East Haven has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches.