Sacred Heart University, CT
At a Glance
Bachelor's Degree+
56.3%
92.7% high school+
Obesity Rate
19.0%
6.0% smoking rate
How Sacred Heart University Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sacred Heart University's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Thin vertical line = U.S. national average (100%)
Is Sacred Heart University a Good Place to Live?
A+
5.0 / 5.0 - Excellent
Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.
Education
56.3% of adults in Sacred Heart University hold a bachelor's degree or higher
(67% above the national average).
92.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sacred Heart University has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C).
Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches.
Data Overview
People
Population1,085
Median Age19.0 yrs
Density9,042/mi²
Male / Female34% / 67%
Foreign Born3.9%
Veterans0.6%
Economy
Median Income
Per Capita$5,657
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty
County GDP$33,930M
Avg Weekly Wage$1,441
Housing
Home Value
Rent
Ownership
Zillow$353,183
Rent Burden35.1%
Health
Obesity19.0%
Diabetes5.2%
Smoking6.0%
Heart Disease3.1%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
Rain44.1 in/yr
Elevation293 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+56.3%
High School+92.7%
Graduate+22.5%
School Score6.1/10
Community
2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute9 min
EV Stations25
Libraries13
Did You Know?
Sacred Heart University was founded in 1963.
32.6% work from home.
The nearest airport is Hudson Valley Regional (43 miles).
The Gini coefficient (income inequality) is 0.515 (U.S. avg: 0.490).
Natural hazard risk is rated "Relatively Moderate" by FEMA.
7.2% of the population has a disability.
There are 701 restaurants in the area.