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Windsor Locks, CT
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Windsor Locks, CT
At a Glance
How Windsor Locks Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Windsor Locks's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Windsor Locks a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Windsor Locks residents earn a median household income of $90,417 , which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,126. The unemployment rate stands at 4.5% (25% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.5% 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 Windsor Locks is $236,800 , 16% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $319,623. Median rent is $1,290/month, with 30.8% 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
Windsor Locks reports 62 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 84% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,083/100K. The murder rate is 7.7/100K.
Education
26.4% of adults in Windsor Locks hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below the national average). 96.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Windsor Locks has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.