Middletown

Middletown, Connecticut Overview

With a composite score of 61.1/100 and a A grade, Middletown ranks #6 of 20 cities in Connecticut. Its strongest showing is in Safety (91/100), while Outdoor Access (24/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Middletown

Middletown’s median income of $73,979 is 21% below the state median, but positive population growth of 1.1% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 3.1%.

Safety in Middletown

Middletown’s violent crime rate of 79.2 per 100,000 is well below both the Connecticut rate of 136 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 1454.8 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Middletown

Middletown has a cost of living index of 102.6 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $279,500. Median monthly rent is $1,392. Renters spend 22.6% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Middletown

The adult obesity rate in Middletown is 30.7% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 9.5%. Residents report an average of 16.7 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Connecticut ranks #4 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Middletown

Middletown has a high school graduation rate of 89%. The student-teacher ratio of 12.5:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $27,702 per student, well above the national median. The city has 10 public schools serving 4,308 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Middletown

The annual average temperature in Middletown is 52.6°F. Summers average 69.5°F. Winters average 37.2°F. Precipitation is abundant at 62.3 inches per year.

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