Median Income
$83,750
11% higher than US avg
Home Value
$206,100
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
24.7%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$838
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.4%
89% lower than US avg
How Wilton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population582
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density1,039/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
A+
Median Income$83,750
Per Capita$40,544
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$68M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$206,100
Rent$838
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$247,800
Health
Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp41°F
AQI38 (Good)
Elevation2,175 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+24.7%
High School+89.6%
School Score5.74
Community
2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute29 min
Is Wilton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wilton receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Wilton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wilton is $83,750, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Wilton is $206,100, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $838 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Wilton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Wilton has a population of 582 with a density of 1,039 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.9%), with 5.7% Hispanic.
Population
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.6% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.4% |
| 60% below US avg |
The median household income in Wilton is $83,750, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $83,750 |
| 11% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $40,544 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $701 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,463 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.4% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 52 |
| County GDP | $68M |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.0 min |
| Work from Home | 6.0% |
The median home value in Wilton is $206,100, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $838 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $247,800.
Home Values
| Census Median | $206,100 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $247,800 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $838 |
| 28% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $769 |
| 1 Bedroom | $795 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $965 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,297 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Wilton, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.6% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Wilton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.0% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.2% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.2% |
| Depression | 21.6% |
| Mental Distress | 15.0% |
| Physical Distress | 11.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.0% |
| Premature Death | 15,039/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 37.6% |
Crime Rates: Wilton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Wilton has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 10°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
10°F Jan (-12°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 40.6°F |
| 25% below US avg |
| January Average | 10°F (-12°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,175 ft (663 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,039/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 47.1580°N, 100.7840°W |
| County FIPS | 38083 |