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Litchfield, CT
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Litchfield, CT
At a Glance
How Litchfield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Litchfield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Litchfield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Litchfield residents earn a median household income of $107,024 , which is 42% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $58,325. The unemployment rate stands at 2.8% (22% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,670 business establishments, including 273 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Litchfield is $378,900 , 34% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $511,285. Median rent is $1,246/month, with 26.5% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Litchfield reports 124 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 67% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,775/100K.
Education
64.8% of adults in Litchfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% above the national average). 93.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Litchfield has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 271 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.