Thomaston, CT
Full City Profile · Connecticut · Naugatuck Valley Planning Region County
Thomaston, CT
At a Glance
How Thomaston Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Thomaston's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Thomaston a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Thomaston residents earn a median household income of $81,667 , which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,864. The unemployment rate stands at 4.0% (11% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 13,526 business establishments, including 904 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Thomaston is $236,900 , 16% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $351,950. Median rent is $957/month, with 36.4% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Thomaston reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 518/100K.
Education
28.8% of adults in Thomaston hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below the national average). 94.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Thomaston 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 totals 52.0 inches.