Guilford

Connecticut

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General Info
Population22,498
Center Elevation46 ft(14 m)
Housing & Wealth
Median Home
$600,938
Median Rent
N/A
Median Income$97,656
Climate & Risks
Sunny Days294 days/yr
Avg. High60°F
Comfort Score58/100Good
Temp Swing41°F
Annual Precipitation54"(137 cm)
Annual Snowfall19"(48 cm)
Air Quality
AQI 48 (Avg)36 days > 100
Infrastructure & Lifestyle
Safety Score0 (Crime Index)
School Rating8.3/10
Demographics
Median Age52.9 years
College Educated54%
Remote Workers12%
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