Bachelor's+
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Sandy Hook Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population196
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density891/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$21,228
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,037M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity34.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Elevation404 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+31.0%
School Score5.85
Community
2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
CommuteN/A
Broadband97.0%
Libraries3
Is Sandy Hook a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sandy Hook receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Sandy Hook has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Education
0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Sandy Hook experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Sandy Hook has a population of 196 with a density of 891 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%), with 3.6% Hispanic.
Population
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Sandy Hook vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Sandy Hook vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Sandy Hook is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income: Sandy Hook vs U.S.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $21,228 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,189 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $83,954 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,314 |
| County GDP | $3,037M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 129 |
| Healthcare | 80 |
| Retail | 145 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,965 |
| 15% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,312 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,400 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,648 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,123 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,442 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,965 |
| 15% below US avg |
In Sandy Hook, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sandy Hook vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.6% |
| 8% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.5% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.8% |
| Depression | 24.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 11.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 81.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.7% |
| Premature Death | 9,062/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 35.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 80 |
Crime Rates: Sandy Hook vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Sandy Hook has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-0°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 52.9°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.5 inches |
| 14% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 404 ft (123 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 891/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.3285°N, 77.7051°W |
| County FIPS | 54037 |