West Haven

West Haven, Connecticut Overview

West Haven scores 54.9/100 overall (B), ranking #11 of 20 cities in Connecticut — below the state composite of 73.5. Safety is the city’s relative strength at 88/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 24/100.

Income & Employment in West Haven

West Haven’s median income of $73,566 is 21% below the state median, but positive population growth of 0.2% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 3.7%.

Safety in West Haven

West Haven’s violent crime rate of 93.1 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 1719.3 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in West Haven

West 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 $265,200. Median monthly rent is $1,389. Renters spend 22.7% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in West Haven

The adult obesity rate in West Haven is 35.7%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.2%. Residents report an average of 17.6 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Connecticut ranks #4 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in West Haven

West Haven has a high school graduation rate of 77.4%. The student-teacher ratio of 11.9:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $21,325 per student, well above the national median. The city has 10 public schools serving 6,425 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in West Haven

The annual average temperature in West 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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