Connecticut · Metropolitan Area
New Milford is a small city in Connecticut with a population of 7,632. Residents earn $81,170 per year, which is 8% above the national average.
Based on current data, New Milford receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. New Milford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in New Milford is $81,170, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in New Milford is $326,200, 16% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,422 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
New Milford is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 61 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,178 per 100,000, 40% below the national average.
32.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
New Milford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 84.6% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 15.4% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $81,170 |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $36,531 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,377 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $80,854 |
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.2% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 13,526 |
| County GDP | $33,435M |
| Restaurants | 904 |
| Healthcare | 1,304 |
| Retail | 1,210 |
| Manufacturing | 640 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,909 |
| 97% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.12% |
| Commute Time | 26.1 min |
| Work from Home | 4.8% |
| Census Median | $326,200 |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $448,694 |
| Median List Price | $200,000 |
| Median List Price | $200,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $263 |
| Homes Sold | 7 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.8% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 12 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,422 |
| 22% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,351 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,590 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,955 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,415 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,824 |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,909 |
| 97% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.12% |
| Obesity | 27.9% |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.7% |
| Heart Disease | 4.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.4% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 5.0% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.1% |
| Depression | 22.4% |
| Mental Distress | 17.0% |
| Physical Distress | 12.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.6% |
| Exercise Access | 93.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,304 |
| Total Violent | 61.4/100K |
| 84% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 7.2/100K |
| Robbery | 25.3/100K |
| Assault | 28.9/100K |
| Total Property | 1,177.7/100K |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 21.7/100K |
| Theft | 1,109.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 47.0/100K |
| Arson | 3.6/100K |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 48.4°F |
| 10% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.9 inches |
| 23% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 329 ft (100 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,875/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.5803°N, 73.4039°W |
| County FIPS | 09140 |
Winner: Republican by 7.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.8% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.3% |
| School Test Score | 6.10 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,875/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 24 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,304 |
| Restaurants | 904 |
| Retail Stores | 1,210 |
| Avg Commute | 26.1 min |
| Work from Home | 4.8% |