Weston, CT

Connecticut · Metropolitan Area

Weston is a small town in Connecticut with a population of 795. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
795 Population 530/sq mi density
$250,001 Median Income $133,031 per capita
$1,074,300 Home Value $1,317,248 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
19 Violent Crime/100K 317 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$250,001 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$1,074,300 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
19 violent crimes/100K (95% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
83.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $250,001
233% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,074,300
281% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 19/100K
95% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 83.0%
146% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 20.5%
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Weston Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population795
Median Age53.9 yrs
Density530/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$133,031
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$76,344M
Commute28 min

Housing

A
Home Value$1,074,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,317,248

Crime

F
Violent19/100K
Property317/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault19/100K
Burglary58/100K

Health

Obesity20.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.6%
Heart Disease3.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Elevation331 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+83.0%
High School+96.2%
School Score6.10

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 59%
Commute28 min
EV Stations3
Libraries29

Is Weston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Weston receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Weston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Weston is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places Weston among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Weston is $1,074,300, making it a premium housing market at 281% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Weston is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 19 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 317 per 100,000, 84% below the national average.

Education

Weston is a highly educated community — 83.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Weston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Weston has a population of 795 with a density of 530 people per square mile. The median age is 53.9 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%), with 2.3% Black.

Population

795
Total Population
530
People / sq mi
53.9yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Weston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.7%
1% below US avg
Spanish22.3%
66% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Weston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Weston is $250,001, which is 233% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Weston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$250,001
233% above US avg
Per Capita Income$133,031
Avg Weekly Wage$2,482
IRS Avg AGI$242,927

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)33,324
County GDP$76,344M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,808
Healthcare2,172
Retail2,360
Manufacturing493

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$15,715
349% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Work from Home33.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Weston is $1,074,300, 281% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,317,248.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,074,300
281% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,317,248

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,351
1 Bedroom$1,590
2 Bedrooms$1,955
3 Bedrooms$2,415
4 Bedrooms$2,824

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,715
349% above US avg
Effective Rate1.46%
In Weston, 20.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.6% report depression. 13.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Weston vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity20.5%
36% below US avg
Diabetes5.2%
Heart Disease3.5%
High Blood Pressure21.7%
Asthma9.3%
COPD2.7%
Stroke1.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity13.8%
Depression18.6%
Mental Distress12.7%
Physical Distress7.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate77.1%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access96.0%
Healthcare Facilities2,172
Weston has a violent crime rate of 19 per 100,000 residents, 95% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 317 per 100,000 (84% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Weston vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent19.2/100K
95% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault19.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property316.8/100K
84% below US avg
Burglary57.6/100K
Theft259.2/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Weston has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation331 ft (101 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density530/sq mi
Coordinates41.2032°N, 73.3788°W
County FIPS09190
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 83.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (146% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.7%
D 58.8%

Winner: Democrat by 19.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+83.0%
146% above US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score6.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density530/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries29
Healthcare Facilities2,172
Restaurants1,808
Retail Stores2,360

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Work from Home33.3%

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