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Wallingford Center, CT
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Wallingford Center, CT
At a Glance
How Wallingford Center Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wallingford Center's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wallingford Center a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wallingford Center residents earn a median household income of $84,554 , which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,189. The unemployment rate stands at 3.3% (8% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 20,772 business establishments, including 1,504 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Wallingford Center is $292,100 , 4% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $448,747. Median rent is $1,243/month, with 26.0% 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 1959.
Safety & Crime
Wallingford Center reports 84 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 78% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,326/100K.
Education
35.2% of adults in Wallingford Center hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above the national average). 90.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wallingford Center has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 271 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.