Connecticut · Metropolitan Area
Stonington is a small town in Connecticut with a population of 934. Residents earn $103,333 per year, which is 38% above the national average.
Based on current data, Stonington receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Stonington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Stonington is $103,333, which is significantly higher than the national average — 38% above $75,149. This places Stonington among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.7% 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 Stonington is $824,700, making it a premium housing market at 193% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,433 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Stonington is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 86 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,699 per 100,000, near the national average.
Stonington is a highly educated community — 71.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Stonington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 93.5% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.5% |
| 51% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $103,333 |
| 38% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $123,847 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,206 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $107,904 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.7% |
| 78% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 5,814 |
| County GDP | $9,768M |
| Restaurants | 466 |
| Healthcare | 350 |
| Retail | 493 |
| Manufacturing | 133 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,752 |
| 121% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.94% |
| Commute Time | 27.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 59.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.7% |
| Work from Home | 27.3% |
| Census Median | $824,700 |
| 193% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $587,176 |
| Median List Price | $1,356,000 |
| Median List Price | $1,356,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $236 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 90.8% |
| Price Drops | 14.3% |
| Inventory | 14 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,433 |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 26.6% |
| Studio | $1,351 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,590 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,955 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,415 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,824 |
| Owner-Occupied | 58.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,752 |
| 121% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.94% |
| Obesity | 29.2% |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 6.4% |
| Heart Disease | 4.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.4% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 4.1% |
| Stroke | 2.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.7% |
| Depression | 25.0% |
| Mental Distress | 15.6% |
| Physical Distress | 10.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 98.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.3% |
| Premature Death | 5,474/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 350 |
| Total Violent | 86.3/100K |
| 77% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 5.4/100K |
| Robbery | 32.4/100K |
| Assault | 48.5/100K |
| Total Property | 1,698.9/100K |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 248.1/100K |
| Theft | 1,423.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 27.0/100K |
| Arson | 10.8/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 52.5°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 42.8 inches |
| 13% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | -4 ft (-1 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,747/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.3348°N, 71.8995°W |
| County FIPS | 44009 |
Winner: Democrat by 15 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 71.9% |
| 113% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| School Test Score | 6.10 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,747/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.3 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 90.5% |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 14 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 350 |
| Restaurants | 466 |
| Retail Stores | 493 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 182 |
| Avg Commute | 27.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 59.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.7% |
| Work from Home | 27.3% |