Essex Village, CT
Full City Profile · Connecticut · Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region County
Essex Village, CT
At a Glance
How Essex Village Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Essex Village's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Essex Village a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Essex Village residents earn a median household income of $110,469 , which is 47% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $83,961. The unemployment rate stands at 0.6% (83% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 6,800 business establishments, including 485 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Essex Village is $744,100 , 164% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $434,595. Median rent is $2,071/month, with 51.0% 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.
Education
70.3% of adults in Essex Village hold a bachelor's degree or higher (109% above the national average). 99.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Essex Village has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches.