Murray, CT

Connecticut · Metropolitan Area

Murray is a small town in Connecticut with a population of 688. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
688 Population 465/sq mi density
$250,001 Median Income $132,857 per capita
$970,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$250,001 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$970,800 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
83.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $250,001
233% higher than US avg
Home Value $970,800
244% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 83.5%
148% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 20.5%
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population688
Median Age44.7 yrs
Density465/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans2.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$132,857
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$33,930M
Commute37 min

Housing

A
Home Value$970,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity20.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.8%
Heart Disease3.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Elevation349 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+83.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.10

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute37 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries13

Is Murray a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Murray 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, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Murray stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Murray is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places Murray among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Murray is $970,800, making it a premium housing market at 244% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Murray is a highly educated community — 83.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Murray 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.

Murray has a population of 688 with a density of 465 people per square mile. The median age is 44.7 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.4%).

Population

688
Total Population
465
People / sq mi
44.7yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Murray vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.6%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.4%
30% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Murray vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Murray is $250,001, which is 233% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Murray vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$250,001
233% above US avg
Per Capita Income$132,857
Avg Weekly Wage$1,441
IRS Avg AGI$105,630

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate1.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.4 min
Drive Alone62.8%
Public Transit9.8%
Work from Home27.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Murray is $970,800, 244% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$970,800
244% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$11,486
228% above US avg
Effective Rate1.18%
In Murray, 20.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.8% report depression. 13.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity20.5%
36% below US avg
Diabetes5.3%
Heart Disease3.4%
High Blood Pressure21.8%
Asthma9.1%
COPD2.7%
Stroke1.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity13.9%
Depression17.8%
Mental Distress12.4%
Physical Distress7.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.9%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access98.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,096

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Murray 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

Elevation349 ft (106 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density465/sq mi
Coordinates41.1974°N, 73.2895°W
County FIPS09120
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 83.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (148% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 23.3-point margin. 100.0% 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+83.5%
148% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density465/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities1,096
Restaurants701
Retail Stores831

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.4 min
Drive Alone62.8%
Public Transit9.8%
Work from Home27.4%

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