Median Income
$102,521
36% higher than US avg
Home Value
$348,600
24% higher than US avg
Violent Crime
24/100K
94% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
49.2%
46% higher than US avg
Median Rent
$1,058
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.0%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment
1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.4%
40% lower than US avg
How Milford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population6,467
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density2,640/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
A+
Median Income$102,521
Per Capita$55,208
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$143,144M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$348,600
Rent$1,058
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$469,885
Crime
F
Violent24/100K
Property553/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault24/100K
Burglary128/100K
Health
Obesity31.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease4.8%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Elevation910 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+49.2%
High School+96.5%
School Score5.23
Community
2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
Commute29 min
EV Stations2
Libraries40
Is Milford a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Milford receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Milford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Milford is $102,521, which is significantly higher than the national average — 36% above $75,149. This places Milford among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Milford is $348,600, 24% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,058 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
Milford is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 24 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 553 per 100,000, 72% below the national average.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 49.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Milford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Milford has a population of 6,467 with a density of 2,640 people per square mile. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.7%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 2.5% Black.
Population
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.5% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.5% |
| 74% below US avg |
The median household income in Milford is $102,521, which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $102,521 |
| 36% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $55,208 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,498 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $117,718 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.7% |
| 53% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.4% |
| 40% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 43,047 |
| County GDP | $143,144M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 3,099 |
| Healthcare | 5,524 |
| Retail | 4,518 |
| Manufacturing | 1,635 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,369 |
| 139% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.40% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.3 min |
| Work from Home | 18.0% |
The median home value in Milford is $348,600, 24% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,058 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $469,885.
Home Values
| Census Median | $348,600 |
| 24% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $469,885 |
| Median List Price | $392,500 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $392,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $196 |
| Homes Sold | 7 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.0% |
| Price Drops | 18.2% |
| Inventory | 22 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,058 |
| 9% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,369 |
| 139% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.40% |
In Milford, 31.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 17.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Milford vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.0% |
| 3% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 7.6% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.8% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.0% |
| Depression | 24.4% |
| Mental Distress | 16.8% |
| Physical Distress | 10.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.5% |
| Premature Death | 6,101/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 96.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5,524 |
Milford has a violent crime rate of 24 per 100,000 residents, 94% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 553 per 100,000 (72% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.
Crime Rates: Milford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 24.3/100K |
| 94% below US avg |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 24.3/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 552.5/100K |
| 72% below US avg |
| Burglary | 127.5/100K |
| Theft | 425.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 6.1/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 76 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Milford has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 47.7°F |
| 12% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 34.1 inches |
| 10% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 910 ft (277 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,640/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.5885°N, 83.6016°W |
| County FIPS | 26125 |