Connecticut · Metropolitan Area
West Mountain is a small town in Connecticut with a population of 418. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.
Based on current data, West Mountain receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. West Mountain stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in West Mountain is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places West Mountain among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in West Mountain is $833,300, making it a premium housing market at 196% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
West Mountain is a highly educated community — 76.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
West Mountain experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches, including 34.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
| English Only | 96.9% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.1% |
| 77% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $250,001 |
| 233% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $115,790 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $2,482 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $242,927 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.8% |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 33,324 |
| County GDP | $76,344M |
| Restaurants | 1,808 |
| Healthcare | 2,172 |
| Retail | 2,360 |
| Manufacturing | 493 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $15,715 |
| 349% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.89% |
| Commute Time | 26.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 59.8% |
| Public Transit | 7.2% |
| Work from Home | 24.2% |
| Census Median | $833,300 |
| 196% above US avg |
| $/Sq Ft | $349 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Studio | $1,351 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,590 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,955 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,415 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,824 |
| Owner-Occupied | 100.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $15,715 |
| 349% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.89% |
| Obesity | 22.3% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 6.0% |
| Heart Disease | 4.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 23.6% |
| Asthma | 9.4% |
| COPD | 3.3% |
| Stroke | 2.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.5% |
| Depression | 18.7% |
| Mental Distress | 13.5% |
| Physical Distress | 8.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.7% |
| Exercise Access | 96.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,172 |
| Annual Average | 52.6°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.6 inches |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 34.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 804 ft (245 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 196/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.3001°N, 73.5423°W |
| County FIPS | 09190 |
Winner: Democrat by 19.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 76.7% |
| 128% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| School Test Score | 6.10 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 196/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.1 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 100.0% |
| Public Libraries | 29 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,172 |
| Restaurants | 1,808 |
| Retail Stores | 2,360 |
| Avg Commute | 26.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 59.8% |
| Public Transit | 7.2% |
| Work from Home | 24.2% |