Groton, CT Overview

Well known as the submarine capital of the world, Groton is nestled on Fishers Island Sound between the Thames and Mystic Rivers to serve as a regional center for commerce and industry.  At the same time, the town’s scenic shoreline and important historical sites have made the region a popular tourist attraction.  In addition to Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park, the town is home to the Historic Ship Nautilus & Submarine Force Museum.  No doubt, the adjacent Mystic area with its variety of fine attractions enhances Groton’s appeal as a vacation destination.  Mystic Seaport is a spectacular waterfront collection of ships, buildings, crafts, trades, music, food, arts, and traditions.  The Museum of America and the Sea offers a glimpse into New England’s maritime heritage.  Olde Mystic Village claims more than 60 delightful shops in a New England style village atmosphere, while the Mystic Marinelife Aquarium showcases 3,500 living sea creatures.

Summary

Population Growth (since 2000) -1%
Population Density (ppl / mile) 1,272.00
Household Size (ppl) 2.307
Households w/ Children 27%

Housing Stability

Annual Residential Turnover 0%
5+ Years in Residency 41%
Median Year in Residency 4.01

Housing Inventory

Groton, CT Housing Inventory 8,073 1,905 7,444 8,073 1,905

Market Overview

133 listings with an estimated median price of $399,000

Price Count
$0 - 100K 9
$100K - 200K 20
$200K - 300K 19
$300K - 400K 21
$400K - 500K 11
$500K - 600K 6
$600K - 700K 6
$700K - 800K 1
$800K - 900K 4
$900K - 1M 3
$1M - Max 33
Property Type Count
Single Family 72
Condo 20
Commercial 18
Rental 51
Lots and Land 18
Multi Family 5

(Data as of 4/27/2024)

Population Demographics

The population of the community broken down by age group. The numbers at the top of each bar indicate the number of people in the age bracket below.

Groton, CT Population Demographics

Total: 39,471

Households:15,517

Median Age: 36.29

Climate and Weather

The Temperature chart displays average high and low values for January and July, and is designed to provide an indication of both seasonal and daily temperature variability. The Weather Risk Index indicates the calculated risk of each type of weather event occurring in the future. This risk is based on historical localized storm events and weather patterns. The national average for each type of weather event equals a score of 100, so a score of 200 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

Temperature (degrees F)

Groton, CT Temperature

Weather Risk

Groton, CT Weather Risk

Education

The Community Educational Index chart is based on the U.S. Census Bureau's Socioeconomic Status (SES) elements. Factors used in creating the index below are income, educational achievement, and occupation of persons within the selected ZIP code. Since this index is based on the population of an entire Zip code, it may not reflect the nature of an individual school.

Education Climate Index

Groton, CT Education Climate Index

Highest Education Level Attained

Groton, CT Highest Education Level Attained 7,502 5,454 1,895 997 526 4,438 5,384 7,502 5,454 997 526 4,438

Employment and Finance

Workforce

Groton, CT Workforce

Income by dollar range (Median Income: $65,524)

Groton, CT Income by dollar range 954 497 583 660 803 583 601 567 563 1,232 1,777 2,181 1,519 1,008 1,091 504 216 178

Fair Market Rents

The Fair Market Rents show average gross rent estimates based on figures provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

Studio
$734
One Bedroom
$815
Two Bedroom
$1,056
Three Bedroom
$1,409
Four Bedroom
$1,611

Smoking Ban

The Smoking Ban data indicates whether an area has a smoking ban in place for workplaces, restaurants or bars. This information represents that of the search area and may not reflect that of the whole County or State.

Workplaces
No
Restaurants
Yes
Bars
Yes

Crime

The Crime Index compares the risk or probability of future occurrence of certain types of crime in this community as compared to the national average. The national average for each type of crime equals a score of 1.0, so a score of 2.0 would represent twice the risk as the national average, and a score of 0.50 would represent half the risk of the national average.

Groton, CT Crime

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