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New Britain, CT
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New Britain, CT
At a Glance
How New Britain Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows New Britain's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is New Britain a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
New Britain residents earn a median household income of $57,036 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,612. The unemployment rate stands at 5.3% (47% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 36,617 business establishments, including 2,315 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in New Britain is $207,300 , 26% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $290,710. Median rent is $1,187/month, with 32.0% 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 1955.
Safety & Crime
New Britain reports 423 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 11% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,652/100K. The murder rate is 4.2/100K.
Education
18.8% of adults in New Britain hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below the national average). 81.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
New Britain has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.