Torrington, CT
Full City Profile · Connecticut · Northwest Hills Planning Region County
Torrington, CT
At a Glance
How Torrington Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Torrington's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Torrington a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Torrington residents earn a median household income of $69,611 , which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,570. The unemployment rate stands at 7.0% (94% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,670 business establishments, including 273 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Torrington is $195,800 , 31% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $301,660. Median rent is $1,101/month, with 27.3% 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 1960.
Safety & Crime
Torrington reports 81 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 79% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,042/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
24.5% of adults in Torrington hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below the national average). 89.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Torrington has an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.3 inches.