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Groton, CT
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Groton, CT
At a Glance
How Groton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Groton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Groton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Groton residents earn a median household income of $69,811 , which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,438. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3% (19% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 9,101 business establishments, including 773 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Groton is $278,900 , 1% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $411,359. Median rent is $1,179/month, with 29.1% 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 1970.
Safety & Crime
Groton reports 178 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 53% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,104/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
34.7% of adults in Groton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above the national average). 91.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Groton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.