West Haven, CT
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West Haven, CT
At a Glance
How West Haven Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows West Haven's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is West Haven a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
West Haven residents earn a median household income of $73,566 , which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,483. The unemployment rate stands at 6.6% (83% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.5% 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 West Haven is $265,200 , 6% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $366,562. Median rent is $1,389/month, with 31.8% 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
West Haven reports 104 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 73% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,242/100K. The murder rate is 3.7/100K.
Education
29.0% of adults in West Haven hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below the national average). 87.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
West Haven has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches.