Stepney, CT

Connecticut · Metropolitan Area

Stepney is a small town in Connecticut with a population of 3,489. Residents earn $142,250 per year, which is 89% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
3,489 Population 519/sq mi density
$142,250 Median Income $72,913 per capita
$437,500 Home Value
$2,065 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$142,250 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$437,500 home value, $2,065/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
54.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $142,250
89% higher than US avg
Home Value $437,500
55% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 54.1%
61% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,065
78% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.2%
31% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

How Stepney Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,489
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density519/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A+
Median Income$142,250
Per Capita$72,913
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$76,344M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$437,500
Rent$2,065
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity22.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.9%
Heart Disease3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain52.0 in/yr
Elevation391 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+54.1%
High School+97.1%
School Score6.10

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 59%
Commute30 min
Libraries29

Is Stepney a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stepney receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Stepney stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stepney is $142,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 89% above $75,149. This places Stepney among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stepney is $437,500, making it a premium housing market at 55% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,065 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Stepney is a highly educated community — 54.1% 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.

Climate & Weather

Stepney experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Stepney has a population of 3,489 with a density of 519 people per square mile. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.1%).

Population

3,489
Total Population
519
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
6.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Stepney vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.0%
11% above US avg
Spanish13.0%
3% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stepney vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stepney is $142,250, which is 89% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Stepney vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$142,250
89% above US avg
Per Capita Income$72,913
Avg Weekly Wage$2,482
IRS Avg AGI$242,927

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)33,324
County GDP$76,344M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,808
Healthcare2,172
Retail2,360
Manufacturing493

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$15,715
349% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Work from Home13.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Stepney is $437,500, 55% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,065 (78% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$437,500
55% above US avg
Median List Price$419,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$419,900
$/Sq Ft$292
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio98.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,065
78% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,351
1 Bedroom$1,590
2 Bedrooms$1,955
3 Bedrooms$2,415
4 Bedrooms$2,824

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,715
349% above US avg
Effective Rate3.59%
In Stepney, 22.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.9% report depression. 16.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Stepney vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.2%
31% below US avg
Diabetes5.8%
Heart Disease3.7%
High Blood Pressure22.8%
Asthma9.7%
COPD3.3%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity16.6%
Depression18.9%
Mental Distress14.0%
Physical Distress8.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.2%
Checkup Rate76.5%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access96.0%
Healthcare Facilities2,172

Crime Rates: Stepney vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Stepney has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.0 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation391 ft (119 m)
Area6.7 sq mi (17.4 km²)
Population Density519/sq mi
Coordinates41.3244°N, 73.2684°W
County FIPS09190
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 54.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.7%
D 58.8%

Winner: Democrat by 19.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+54.1%
61% above US avg
High School+97.1%
School Test Score6.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density519/sq mi
Total Area6.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries29
Healthcare Facilities2,172
Restaurants1,808
Retail Stores2,360

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Work from Home13.8%

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