Mill Plain, CT

Connecticut · Metropolitan Area

Mill Plain is a small town in Connecticut with a population of 1,980. Residents earn $190,250 per year, which is 153% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
1,980 Population 4,041/sq mi density
$190,250 Median Income $78,245 per capita
$806,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$190,250 median income, 12.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$806,600 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
74.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $190,250
153% higher than US avg
Home Value $806,600
186% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 74.5%
121% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.1%
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 12.9%
258% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,980
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density4,041/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$190,250
Per Capita$78,245
Unemployment12.9%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$33,930M
Commute33 min

Housing

A
Home Value$806,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity23.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.0%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Elevation12 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+74.5%
High School+98.9%
School Score6.10

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute33 min
Libraries13

Is Mill Plain a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mill Plain receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Mill Plain stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mill Plain is $190,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 153% above $75,149. This places Mill Plain among higher-income communities. At 12.9%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mill Plain is $806,600, making it a premium housing market at 186% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Mill Plain is a highly educated community — 74.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Mill Plain experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 33.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Mill Plain has a population of 1,980 with a density of 4,041 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%).

Population

1,980
Total Population
4,041
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Mill Plain vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.3%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.7%
20% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mill Plain vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mill Plain is $190,250, which is 153% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Mill Plain vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$190,250
153% above US avg
Per Capita Income$78,245
Avg Weekly Wage$1,441
IRS Avg AGI$105,630

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.9%
258% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% 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
Effective Tax Rate1.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.9 min
Work from Home14.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Mill Plain is $806,600, 186% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$806,600
186% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied94.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$11,486
228% above US avg
Effective Rate1.42%
In Mill Plain, 23.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.0% report depression. 18.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mill Plain vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.1%
28% below US avg
Diabetes6.1%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure23.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD3.9%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity18.0%
Depression20.0%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress9.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate76.1%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access98.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,096

Crime Rates: Mill Plain vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Mill Plain 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation12 ft (4 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density4,041/sq mi
Coordinates41.1547°N, 73.2683°W
County FIPS09120
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 74.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (121% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 23.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.6%
D 60.9%

Winner: Democrat by 23.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+74.5%
121% above US avg
High School+98.9%
School Test Score6.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density4,041/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities1,096
Restaurants701
Retail Stores831

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.9 min
Work from Home14.9%

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