Tashua, CT

Connecticut · Metropolitan Area

Tashua is a small town in Connecticut with a population of 3,436. Residents earn $197,000 per year, which is 162% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
3,436 Population 939/sq mi density
$197,000 Median Income $83,872 per capita
$630,800 Home Value
$2,368 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$197,000 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$630,800 home value, $2,368/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
65.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $197,000
162% higher than US avg
Home Value $630,800
124% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 65.6%
95% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,368
104% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.6%
30% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.8%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,436
Median Age47.3 yrs
Density939/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 77%

Economy

A+
Median Income$197,000
Per Capita$83,872
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$33,930M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$630,800
Rent$2,368
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity22.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.2%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain52.0 in/yr
Elevation434 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+65.6%
High School+92.2%
School Score6.10

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute38 min
Libraries13

Is Tashua a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tashua is $197,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 162% above $75,149. This places Tashua among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tashua is $630,800, making it a premium housing market at 124% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,368 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Tashua is a highly educated community — 65.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Tashua 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.

Tashua has a population of 3,436 with a density of 939 people per square mile. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.9%), with 3.4% Hispanic, 2.4% Black.

Population

3,436
Total Population
939
People / sq mi
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Tashua vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.1%
7% above US avg
Spanish15.9%
19% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Tashua vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tashua is $197,000, which is 162% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Tashua vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$197,000
162% above US avg
Per Capita Income$83,872
Avg Weekly Wage$1,441
IRS Avg AGI$105,630

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.8%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)10,884
County GDP$33,930M

Business (County)

Restaurants701
Healthcare1,096
Retail831
Manufacturing249

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$11,486
228% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.7 min
Work from Home19.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Tashua is $630,800, 124% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,368 (104% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$630,800
124% above US avg
Median List Price$894,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$894,900
$/Sq Ft$298
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio103.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,368
104% 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-Occupied95.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$11,486
228% above US avg
Effective Rate1.82%
In Tashua, 22.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.2% report depression. 18.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.6%
30% below US avg
Diabetes6.2%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure23.8%
Asthma9.8%
COPD3.8%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity18.1%
Depression19.2%
Mental Distress14.5%
Physical Distress9.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Checkup Rate76.5%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access98.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,096

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Tashua 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

Elevation434 ft (132 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.5 km²)
Population Density939/sq mi
Coordinates41.2750°N, 73.2544°W
County FIPS09120
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 65.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (95% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 23.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.6%
D 60.9%

Winner: Democrat by 23.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+65.6%
95% above US avg
High School+92.2%
School Test Score6.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density939/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities1,096
Restaurants701
Retail Stores831

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.7 min
Work from Home19.1%

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