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Wethersfield, CT
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Wethersfield, CT
At a Glance
How Wethersfield Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Wethersfield's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Wethersfield a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Wethersfield residents earn a median household income of $118,523 , which is 58% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $56,391. The unemployment rate stands at 2.2% (39% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.7% 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 Wethersfield is $300,500 , 7% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $410,481. Median rent is $1,303/month, with 29.0% 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 1959.
Safety & Crime
Wethersfield reports 88 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 77% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,350/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
54.5% of adults in Wethersfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% above the national average). 94.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Wethersfield has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.