Sandy Hook, CT
Full City Profile · Connecticut · Naugatuck Valley Planning Region County
Sandy Hook, CT
At a Glance
How Sandy Hook Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Sandy Hook's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Sandy Hook a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Sandy Hook residents earn a median household income of $144,335 , which is 92% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $71,633. The unemployment rate stands at 4.9% (36% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 13,526 business establishments, including 904 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Sandy Hook is $460,600 , 63% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $634,008. Median rent is $1,875/month, with 28.0% 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 1979.
Education
56.9% of adults in Sandy Hook hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% above the national average). 97.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Sandy Hook has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches.