Somers, CT
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Somers, CT
At a Glance
How Somers Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Somers's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Somers a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Somers residents earn a median household income of $67,203 , which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,246. The unemployment rate stands at 0.8% (78% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 36,617 business establishments, including 2,315 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Somers is $379,100 , 34% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $479,506. Median rent is $895/month, with 34.9% 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 1973.
Education
39.8% of adults in Somers hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above the national average). 97.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Somers has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches.