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Staples, CT
Full City Profile · Connecticut · Greater Bridgeport Planning Region County
Staples, CT
At a Glance
How Staples Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Staples's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Staples a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Staples residents earn a median household income of $218,365 , which is 191% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $135,011. The unemployment rate stands at 2.9% (19% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 10,884 business establishments, including 701 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Staples is $1,202,800 , 327% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $1,317,248. Median rent is $2,142/month, with 29.0% 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 1968.
Safety & Crime
Staples reports 19 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 95% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 317/100K.
Education
71.7% of adults in Staples hold a bachelor's degree or higher (113% above the national average). 96.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Staples has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.