West Hartford, CT
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West Hartford, CT
At a Glance
How West Hartford Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows West Hartford's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is West Hartford a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
West Hartford residents earn a median household income of $125,616 , which is 67% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $69,770. The unemployment rate stands at 3.6% (0% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 36,617 business establishments, including 2,315 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in West Hartford is $391,200 , 39% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $509,334. Median rent is $1,665/month, with 26.5% 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 1954.
Safety & Crime
West Hartford reports 64 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 83% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,734/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
66.3% of adults in West Hartford hold a bachelor's degree or higher (97% above the national average). 94.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
West Hartford has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches.