Middletown, CT
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Middletown, CT
At a Glance
How Middletown Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Middletown's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Middletown a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Middletown residents earn a median household income of $73,979 , which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,201. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3% (19% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.8% 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 Middletown is $279,500 , 1% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $368,256. Median rent is $1,392/month, with 30.2% 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 1973.
Safety & Crime
Middletown reports 64 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 83% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,155/100K. The murder rate is 2.1/100K.
Education
40.7% of adults in Middletown hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% above the national average). 94.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Middletown has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.9 inches.