NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 06704

CT · Population: 30,124

C
44/100
75
B+
Safety
34
D
Affordability
43
C
Quality of Life
26
F
Jobs
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About Zip Code 06704

Zip code 06704 is located in Connecticut and is home to approximately 30,124 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 44/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are below the national average, suggesting a relatively safe community.

Housing costs are a challenge in this area, with home values at $157,800 and median rent of $1,119/month against a median income of $47,736. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 12.4% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 12.6% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$47,736
Home Value
$157,800
Rent
$1,119/mo
Median Age
36
College Educated
12.4%
Unemployment
12.6%
Owner-Occupied
44.8%
Rent Burden
28.1% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety75B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability34DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life43CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy26FLower unemployment = higher
Overall44CWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).