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Comprehensive Data Report

Riverside, CT

ZIP Code 06878

Fairfield County

Population
8,303
Median Income
$250,001
Home Value
$1,704,500
Livability
68/100
Total Population
8,303
Median Household Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,704,500
Median Rent
$1,929

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Safety score of 81/100 indicates this is a very safe neighborhood with low crime rates.

80% owner-occupancy rate indicates a stable residential community with strong homeownership.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Population Density
8,303 residents
Median Age
41.9 years
Safety Score
81/100
Above average safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
68
Fair
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
83/100
Cost of Living
30/100
Safety
81/100
Education
38/100
Employment
93/100
Housing
73/100
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

Riverside, CT 06878

Coordinates: 41.0356°, -73.5802°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
201
Higher than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
347
Above avg
Transportation
125
Above avg
Healthcare
112
Above avg
Groceries
137
Above avg
Utilities
120
Above avg
Overall
201
Above avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
5,230
Employment Rate
88.0%
Avg. Commute
28 min
Work From Home
18%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Healthcare & Social Assistance
19.9%
Professional Services
11.4%
Manufacturing
11.3%
Retail Trade
10.8%
Education
8.1%
Total Employed
4,602
Total Unemployed
628
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
41.9 years
Per Capita Income
$136,155
Poverty Rate
3.4%