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Orange, CT
Full City Profile · Connecticut · Greater Bridgeport Planning Region County
Orange, CT
At a Glance
How Orange Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Orange's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Orange a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Orange residents earn a median household income of $145,625 , which is 94% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $64,510. The unemployment rate stands at 2.5% (31% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 10,884 business establishments, including 701 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Orange is $466,800 , 66% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $611,015. Median rent is $2,016/month, with 33.9% 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 1962.
Safety & Crime
Orange reports 29 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 92% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,653/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
59.1% of adults in Orange hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% above the national average). 97.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Orange has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 271 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.