Quinebaug, CT

Connecticut · Metropolitan Area

Quinebaug is a small town in Connecticut with a population of 1,163. Residents earn $81,458 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,163 Population 268/sq mi density
$81,458 Median Income $43,312 per capita
$241,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$81,458 median income, 8.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$241,400 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,458
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $241,400
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.7%
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.0%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.0%
122% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Quinebaug Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,163
Median Age56.8 yrs
Density268/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$81,458
Per Capita$43,312
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$60,947M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$241,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.9 in/yr
Elevation422 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.7%
High School+85.4%
School Score6.10

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
Commute25 min
Libraries70

Is Quinebaug a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Quinebaug receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Quinebaug offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Quinebaug is $81,458, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.0%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Quinebaug is $241,400, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Quinebaug experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.9 inches, including 46.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Quinebaug has a population of 1,163 with a density of 268 people per square mile. The median age is 56.8 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%).

Population

1,163
Total Population
268
People / sq mi
56.8yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Quinebaug vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.0%
15% above US avg
Spanish10.0%
25% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Quinebaug vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Quinebaug is $81,458, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Quinebaug vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,458
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,312
Avg Weekly Wage$1,378
IRS Avg AGI$91,314

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.0%
122% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)27,743
County GDP$60,947M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,794
Healthcare2,309
Retail2,429
Manufacturing818

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,321
109% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Work from Home34.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Quinebaug is $241,400, 14% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$241,400
14% below US avg
Median List Price$429,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$429,900
$/Sq Ft$189
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio98.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,351
1 Bedroom$1,590
2 Bedrooms$1,955
3 Bedrooms$2,415
4 Bedrooms$2,824

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,321
109% above US avg
Effective Rate3.03%
In Quinebaug, 33.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Quinebaug vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.0%
3% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death6,707/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access91.2%
Healthcare Facilities2,309

Crime Rates: Quinebaug vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)70

Safety Score

Quinebaug has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.9 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall46.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation422 ft (129 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.2 km²)
Population Density268/sq mi
Coordinates42.0115°N, 71.9261°W
County FIPS25027
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.9%
D 53.9%

Winner: Democrat by 10 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.7%
59% below US avg
High School+85.4%
School Test Score6.10
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density268/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries70
Healthcare Facilities2,309
Restaurants1,794
Retail Stores2,429

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)70

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Work from Home34.2%

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