Riverton, CT

Connecticut

Riverton is a small town in Connecticut with a population of 342. Residents earn $118,708 per year, which is 58% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
342 Population 713/sq mi density
$118,708 Median Income $53,255 per capita
$343,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$118,708 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$343,000 home value
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $118,708
58% higher than US avg
Home Value $343,000
22% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.3%
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.3%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population342
Median Age71.4 yrs
Density713/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A+
Median Income$118,708
Per Capita$53,255
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$6,465M

Housing

A+
Home Value$343,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain54.3 in/yr
Elevation510 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.10

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
CommuteN/A
Libraries21

Is Riverton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Riverton receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Riverton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Riverton is $118,708, which is significantly higher than the national average — 58% above $75,149. This places Riverton among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Riverton is $343,000, 22% above the national median. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Riverton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.3 inches, including 59.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Riverton has a population of 342 with a density of 713 people per square mile. The median age is 71.4 years, 84% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%).

Population

342
Total Population
713
People / sq mi
71.4yrs
Median Age
84% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.4%
Female 59.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Riverton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Riverton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Riverton is $118,708, which is 58% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Riverton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$118,708
58% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,255
Avg Weekly Wage$1,237
IRS Avg AGI$105,475

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,670
County GDP$6,465M

Business (County)

Restaurants273
Healthcare340
Retail378
Manufacturing152

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,102
160% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.65%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home60.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Riverton is $343,000, 22% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$343,000
22% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,102
160% above US avg
Effective Rate2.65%
In Riverton, 25.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 17.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.3%
21% below US avg
Diabetes6.0%
Heart Disease3.7%
High Blood Pressure22.9%
Asthma11.0%
COPD3.9%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity17.3%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate78.7%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access84.4%
Healthcare Facilities340

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Riverton has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.3 inches
43% above US avg
Snowfall59.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation510 ft (155 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density713/sq mi
Coordinates41.9631°N, 73.0166°W
County FIPS09160
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 45.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.9%
D 48.6%

Winner: Republican by 1.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.3%
34% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.10
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density713/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries21
Healthcare Facilities340
Restaurants273
Retail Stores378

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home60.9%

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