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Comprehensive Data Report

New Canaan, CT

ZIP Code 06840

Fairfield County

Population
20,709
Median Income
$250,001
Home Value
$1,434,400
Livability
70/100
Total Population
20,709
Median Household Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,434,400
Median Rent
$3,278

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Safety score of 80/100 indicates this is a very safe neighborhood with low crime rates.

78% owner-occupancy rate indicates a stable residential community with strong homeownership.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Population Density
20,709 residents
Median Age
43.5 years
Safety Score
80/100
Above average safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
70
Good
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
96/100
Cost of Living
30/100
Safety
80/100
Education
43/100
Employment
95/100
Housing
78/100
Weather
69/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

Location Map

New Canaan, CT 06840

Coordinates: 41.1622°, -73.5013°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
198
Higher than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
340
Above avg
Transportation
124
Above avg
Healthcare
112
Above avg
Groceries
136
Above avg
Utilities
119
Above avg
Overall
198
Above avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
13,046
Employment Rate
88.0%
Avg. Commute
28 min
Work From Home
18%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Healthcare & Social Assistance
16.3%
Professional Services
14.2%
Manufacturing
13.2%
Education
11.6%
Retail Trade
10.8%
Total Employed
11,480
Total Unemployed
1,566
Unemployment Rate
12.0%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Distribution

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Median Age
43.5 years
Per Capita Income
$138,453
Poverty Rate
2.4%