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Niantic, CT
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Niantic, CT
At a Glance
How Niantic Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Niantic's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Niantic a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Niantic residents earn a median household income of $82,604 , which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,167. The unemployment rate stands at 0.8% (78% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 9,101 business establishments, including 773 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Niantic is $370,200 , 31% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $482,432. Median rent is $1,473/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 1952.
Safety & Crime
Niantic reports 333 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 12% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,205/100K.
Education
47.3% of adults in Niantic hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% above the national average). 98.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Niantic has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.