Connecticut
South Woodstock is a small town in Connecticut with a population of 1,294. Residents earn $88,182 per year, which is 17% above the national average.
Based on current data, South Woodstock receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. South Woodstock stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in South Woodstock is $88,182, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in South Woodstock is $248,500, 12% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,179 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
South Woodstock is a highly educated community — 55.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
South Woodstock experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.1 inches, including 38.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $88,182 |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $52,931 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,120 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,977 |
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,962 |
| County GDP | $5,431M |
| Restaurants | 200 |
| Healthcare | 218 |
| Retail | 270 |
| Manufacturing | 145 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,616 |
| 60% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.26% |
| Commute Time | 26.7 min |
| Work from Home | 8.5% |
| Census Median | $248,500 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Median List Price | $329,900 |
| Median List Price | $329,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $234 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.1% |
| Price Drops | 16.7% |
| Inventory | 6 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,179 |
| 1% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,351 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,590 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,955 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,415 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,824 |
| Owner-Occupied | 45.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,616 |
| 60% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.26% |
| Obesity | 30.0% |
| 7% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.0% |
| Heart Disease | 4.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.6% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 4.2% |
| Stroke | 2.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.8% |
| Depression | 23.6% |
| Mental Distress | 16.4% |
| Physical Distress | 10.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.2% |
| Exercise Access | 73.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 218 |
| Annual Average | 48.2°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 50.1 inches |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 38.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 412 ft (126 m) |
| Area | 4.9 sq mi (12.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 266/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.9296°N, 71.9556°W |
| County FIPS | 09150 |
Winner: Republican by 15.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 55.1% |
| 64% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 97.1% |
| School Test Score | 6.10 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 266/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 20 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 218 |
| Restaurants | 200 |
| Retail Stores | 270 |
| Avg Commute | 26.7 min |
| Work from Home | 8.5% |