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Riverton, CT
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Riverton, CT
At a Glance
How Riverton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Riverton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Riverton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Riverton residents earn a median household income of $118,708 , which is 58% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,255. The unemployment rate stands at 2.5% (31% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.1% 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 Riverton is $343,000 , 22% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $266,104. The cost of living index is 103.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Riverton reports 124 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 67% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,775/100K.
Education
45.3% of adults in Riverton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above the national average). 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Riverton has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 271 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.