New Preston, CT
Full City Profile · Connecticut · Northwest Hills Planning Region County
New Preston, CT
At a Glance
How New Preston Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows New Preston's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is New Preston a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
New Preston residents earn a median household income of $60,526 , which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $60,480. The unemployment rate stands at 7.3% (103% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,670 business establishments, including 273 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in New Preston is $447,300 , 59% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $707,439. Median rent is $531/month, with 28.1% 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 1974.
Education
58.1% of adults in New Preston hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% above the national average). 96.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
New Preston has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches.