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Middletown, CT


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Middletown, Connecticut

Middletown, Connecticut, in Middlesex county, is 8 miles E of Meriden, Connecticut (center to center) and 89 miles NE of New York, New York. The city benefits from easy access to the nearby cities and towns with which it shares the Hartford metropolitan area. Middletown contains a population of approximately 43,167.

The People and Families of Middletown

In Middletown, about 45% of adults are married. If you enjoy solitude, you might enjoy living in Middletown, which is home to many people who live alone. Unmarried people abound in the city.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Middletown had a median family income of $60,845.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Middletown favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $15,275. Among political parties, the Democratic party was tops in raising money in the city.

Middletown Housing

Middletown has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 51% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Homes in the city are newer than those found in most places. Middletown, among other things, is known as a good place for singles and couples to rent apartments.

Commuting

In Middletown, 93% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 12%Middletown Racial Diversity
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 16%Middletown Well-Paid Single Women
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 17%Middletown Well-Paid Single Men

Comparative Profile of Middletown, CT

Comparing Middletown 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 Women98
Well-Paid Single Men97
Age of the Population72
Senior Citizens66
Female Share of the Population68
Racial Diversity69
Male Share of the Population54
Children Under 5 Years Old57

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married31
Average Household Size11

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults75
Median Family Income76
People in Middle Class or Better77
People Above Poverty76

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times78
Public Transportation Use55
Walking and Biking to Work56
Working at Home24

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone109
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals98
Seasonal and Vacation Housing83
Affordability of Rents55
Housing Recently Built510
Affordability of Property Taxes35

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