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Milford, CT

Connecticut · Metropolitan Area

Milford is a mid-size city in Connecticut with a population of 50,749. Residents earn $110,126 per year, which is 47% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
50,749 Population 2,316/sq mi density
$110,126 Median Income $59,780 per capita
$377,400 Home Value
$1,820 Median Rent 28.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$110,126 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$377,400 home value, $1,820/mo rent
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $110,126
47% higher than US avg
Home Value $377,400
34% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.4%
44% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,820
56% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.6%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

How Milford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population50,749
Median Age46.7 yrs
Density2,316/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$110,126
Per Capita$59,780
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$33,930M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$377,400
Rent$1,820
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units22,969
Rent Burden28.0%

Health

Obesity29.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.4%
High School+96.0%
Graduate+20.0%
School Score6.10

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute26 min
Broadband92.9%
Libraries13

Is Milford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Milford receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Milford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Milford is $110,126, which is significantly higher than the national average — 47% above $75,149. This places Milford among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Milford is $377,400, 34% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,820 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Milford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 33.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Milford has a population of 50,749 with a density of 2,316 people per square mile. The median age is 46.7 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.2%), with 2.8% Black.

Population

50,749
Total Population
2,316
People / sq mi
46.7yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
21.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Milford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.0%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.0%
10% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Milford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Milford is $110,126, which is 47% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Milford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$110,126
47% above US avg
Per Capita Income$59,780
Avg Weekly Wage$1,441
IRS Avg AGI$105,630

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,884
County GDP$33,930M

Business (County)

Restaurants701
Healthcare1,096
Retail831
Manufacturing249

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$11,486
228% above US avg
Cost of Living103.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit2.7%
Work from Home15.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Milford is $377,400, 34% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,820 (56% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$377,400
34% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,820
56% above US avg
Rent Burden28.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,351
1 Bedroom$1,590
2 Bedrooms$1,955
3 Bedrooms$2,415
4 Bedrooms$2,824

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.6%
Housing Units22,969
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$11,486
228% above US avg
Effective Rate3.04%
In Milford, 29.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 20.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Milford vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.6%
8% below US avg
Diabetes7.0%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure26.5%
Asthma10.4%
COPD4.0%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity20.0%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress10.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Mental Health1:280
Checkup Rate78.3%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access98.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,096
Milford has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.1 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall33.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area21.9 sq mi (56.7 km²)
Population Density2,316/sq mi
Coordinates41.2236°N, 73.0646°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS09120
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 48.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 23.3-point margin. 92.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.6%
D 60.9%

Winner: Democrat by 23.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.4%
44% above US avg
High School+96.0%
Graduate Degree+20.0%
School Test Score6.10
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,316/sq mi
Total Area21.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.9%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities1,096
Restaurants701
Retail Stores831

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit2.7%
Work from Home15.5%

Nearby Cities

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