Connecticut · Metropolitan Area
Hartford is a large city in Connecticut with a population of 119,970. Residents earn $45,300 per year, which is 40% below the national average.
Based on current data, Hartford receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Hartford has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Hartford is $45,300, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 21.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
The median home value in Hartford is $217,200, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,221 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 1,105 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,226 per 100,000, 116% above the national average.
18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Hartford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 268 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.4 inches, including 20.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 56.8% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 43.2% |
| 222% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $45,300 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,319 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,594 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $95,764 |
| Unemployment | 6.7% |
| 86% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 21.4% |
| 73% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 36,617 |
| County GDP | $110,914M |
| Restaurants | 2,315 |
| Healthcare | 3,406 |
| Retail | 3,102 |
| Manufacturing | 1,104 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,203 |
| 134% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.78% |
| Commute Time | 22.8 min |
| Work from Home | 8.1% |
| Census Median | $217,200 |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $194,741 |
| Median List Price | $324,900 |
| Median List Price | $324,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $159 |
| Homes Sold | 38 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 102.3% |
| Price Drops | 16.3% |
| Inventory | 98 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,221 |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,530 |
| Studio | $1,351 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,590 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,955 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,415 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,824 |
| Owner-Occupied | 25.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,203 |
| 134% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.78% |
| Obesity | 41.3% |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 37.2% |
| Asthma | 13.4% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 39.5% |
| Depression | 21.2% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 16.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.9% |
| Exercise Access | 93.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3,406 |
| Total Violent | 1,104.5/100K |
| 191% above US avg | |
| Murder | 15.2/100K |
| 141% above US avg | |
| Rape | 36.0/100K |
| Robbery | 401.8/100K |
| Assault | 651.5/100K |
| Total Property | 4,225.9/100K |
| 116% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 710.7/100K |
| Theft | 2,914.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 600.3/100K |
| Arson | 36.0/100K |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 53.0°F |
| 2% below US avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 268 days/yr |
| Annual Rainfall | 55.4 inches |
| 46% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 20.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Good Days % | 76.5% |
| Unhealthy Days | 7 |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 17.4 sq mi (45.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,903/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.7659°N, 72.6816°W |
| County FIPS | 09110 |
Winner: Democrat by 21.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.3% |
| 46% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 74.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.81 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 6,903/sq mi |
| Total Area | 17.4 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 123 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 128 |
| Public Libraries | 62 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3,406 |
| Restaurants | 2,315 |
| Retail Stores | 3,102 |
| Avg Commute | 22.8 min |
| Work from Home | 8.1% |