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Derby, CT


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Derby, Connecticut

Derby, Connecticut is 7 miles N of Milford, Connecticut (center to center) and 61 miles NE of New York, New York. It is in New Haven county. The city is part of the Bridgeport metro area. The population of Derby is 12,391.

The People and Families of Derby

In Derby, about 48% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Derby had a median family income of $54,715.

Political Inclinations

Among Derby political contributors, John Kerry was favored among Presidential candidates in 2004, with $500. The Democratic party attracted the largest share of donations from the city.

Derby Housing

Of the housing in Derby, approximately 58% is occupied by their owners.

Commuting

In Derby, 94% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

Derby strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Connecticut):

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Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 18%Derby Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Derby, CT

Comparing Derby to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Connecticut (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Well-Paid Single Women96
Well-Paid Single Men86
Senior Citizens79
Racial Diversity79
Age of the Population74
Male Share of the Population64
Female Share of the Population58
Children Under 5 Years Old46

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size32
Portion of People Married32

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better76
Median Family Income76
People Above Poverty65
College Educated Adults52

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use86
Short Commute Times56
Walking and Biking to Work43
Working at Home11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone86
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals83
Seasonal and Vacation Housing63
Affordability of Rents34
Affordability of Property Taxes36
Housing Recently Built36

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