New Haven

New Haven, Connecticut Overview

New Haven faces challenges across several categories, earning a C grade (47.2/100) and ranking #18 of 20 cities in Connecticut. Even so, the city scores 72/100 in Transportation — a relative bright spot compared to its Fiscal Health score of 16/100.

Income & Employment in New Haven

New Haven’s median income of $51,158 is 45% below the state median, but positive population growth of 1% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 3.6%.

Safety in New Haven

With a violent crime rate of 554.9 per 100,000, New Haven exceeds the Connecticut average of 136. Safety is a factor prospective residents should weigh carefully. The property crime rate is 3714.3 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in New Haven

New Haven has a cost of living index of 103.5 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $249,000. Median monthly rent is $1,442. Renters allocate 33.8% of income to rent — above the 30% affordability threshold.

Health & Wellness in New Haven

The adult obesity rate in New Haven is 37.9%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.7%. Residents report an average of 18.9 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Connecticut ranks #4 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in New Haven

New Haven has a high school graduation rate of 77.2%. The student-teacher ratio of 13.2:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $21,372 per student, well above the national median. The city has 42 public schools serving 20,767 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in New Haven

The annual average temperature in New Haven is 53.8°F. Summers average 70.6°F. Winters average 38.7°F. Precipitation is abundant at 62 inches per year.

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