Median Income
$57,347
24% lower than US avg
Home Value
$153,000
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$831
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
30.5%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment
1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.3%
73% lower than US avg
How Groton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,974
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density1,134/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
A
Median Income$57,347
Per Capita$36,654
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$7,966M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$153,000
Rent$831
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity30.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp45°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Elevation1,122 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+92.7%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 25% / D 75%
Commute25 min
EV Stations1
Libraries6
Is Groton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Groton receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Groton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Groton is $57,347, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Groton is $153,000, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $831 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Groton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 64.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Groton has a population of 1,974 with a density of 1,134 people per square mile. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.1%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 2.4% Black.
Population
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.9% |
| 86% below US avg |
The median household income in Groton is $57,347, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,347 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,654 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,342 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $84,199 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.3% |
| 73% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,766 |
| County GDP | $7,966M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 308 |
| Healthcare | 284 |
| Retail | 297 |
| Manufacturing | 90 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,596 |
| 203% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.93% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.3 min |
| Work from Home | 8.4% |
The median home value in Groton is $153,000, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $831 (29% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $153,000 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $122,450 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $122,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $93 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 92.2% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 5 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $831 |
| 29% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,596 |
| 203% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.93% |
In Groton, 30.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Groton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 30.5% |
| 5% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.8% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 6.9% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.3% |
| Depression | 25.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 13.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.3% |
| Premature Death | 5,563/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 284 |
Crime Rates: Groton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Groton has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
21°F Jan (-6°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 45.2°F |
| 16% below US avg |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 39.5 inches |
| 4% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 64.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,122 ft (342 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,134/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.5834°N, 76.3599°W |
| County FIPS | 36109 |