Connecticut · Metropolitan Area
West Hartford is a mid-size city in Connecticut with a population of 63,809. Residents earn $125,616 per year, which is 67% above the national average.
Based on current data, West Hartford receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. West Hartford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in West Hartford is $125,616, which is significantly higher than the national average — 67% above $75,149. This places West Hartford among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in West Hartford is $391,200, 39% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,665 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
West Hartford is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 77 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,202 per 100,000, near the national average.
West Hartford is a highly educated community — 66.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
West Hartford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 75.6% |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 24.4% |
| 82% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $125,616 |
| 67% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $69,770 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,594 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $95,764 |
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.9% |
| 77% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 36,617 |
| County GDP | $110,914M |
| Restaurants | 2,315 |
| Healthcare | 3,406 |
| Retail | 3,102 |
| Manufacturing | 1,104 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,203 |
| 134% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.10% |
| Commute Time | 22.0 min |
| Work from Home | 19.8% |
| Census Median | $391,200 |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $473,581 |
| Median List Price | $469,000 |
| Median List Price | $469,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $270 |
| Homes Sold | 40 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 105.0% |
| Price Drops | 9.4% |
| Inventory | 53 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,665 |
| 43% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,239 |
| Studio | $1,351 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,590 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,955 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,415 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,824 |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,203 |
| 134% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.10% |
| Obesity | 27.4% |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.7% |
| Heart Disease | 3.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.8% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 3.6% |
| Stroke | 2.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.5% |
| Depression | 21.8% |
| Mental Distress | 15.1% |
| Physical Distress | 9.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 81.1% |
| Exercise Access | 93.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3,406 |
| Total Violent | 77.3/100K |
| 80% below US avg | |
| Murder | 1.6/100K |
| 75% below US avg | |
| Rape | 1.6/100K |
| Robbery | 58.4/100K |
| Assault | 15.8/100K |
| Total Property | 2,201.7/100K |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 315.7/100K |
| Theft | 1,781.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 104.2/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 52.0°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 42.8 inches |
| 13% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 151 ft (46 m) |
| Area | 21.8 sq mi (56.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,922/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.7666°N, 72.7549°W |
| County FIPS | 09110 |
Winner: Democrat by 21.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 66.3% |
| 97% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.6% |
| School Test Score | 6.10 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,922/sq mi |
| Total Area | 21.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 19 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 20 |
| Public Libraries | 62 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3,406 |
| Restaurants | 2,315 |
| Retail Stores | 3,102 |
| Avg Commute | 22.0 min |
| Work from Home | 19.8% |