Waterbury, CT
Full City Profile · Connecticut · Naugatuck Valley Planning Region County
Waterbury, CT
At a Glance
How Waterbury Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Waterbury's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Waterbury a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Waterbury residents earn a median household income of $51,642 , which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,254. The unemployment rate stands at 9.3% (158% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.3% 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 Waterbury is $185,400 , 34% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $287,514. Median rent is $1,180/month, with 33.6% 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 1958.
Safety & Crime
Waterbury reports 328 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 14% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,926/100K. The murder rate is 6.9/100K.
Education
17.0% of adults in Waterbury hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below the national average). 80.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Waterbury has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.9 inches.