Mystic, CT
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
3/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
8/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
4,441
332.4M (US)
Median Age
57.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
64.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$146,042
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$493,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,041
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,608
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region
2
Norwich-New London-Willimantic Metro Area
2
Connecticut
2
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region
3
Norwich-New London-Willimantic Metro Area
3
Connecticut
2
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 38% leaning right.
Liberal (56%) (38%) ConservativeClimate
Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | 8 | 28 |
| Feb | 3 | 8 | 31 |
| Mar | 5 | 4 | 37 |
| Apr | 5 | 1 | 47 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 66 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 5 | 1 | 43 |
| Dec | 4 | 6 | 33 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Schools
Mystic Middle School
<1 miles, E
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SB Butler School
2 miles, W
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Deans Mill School
2 miles, E
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Carl C Cutler Middle School
2 miles, W
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Colleges
Cortiva Institute-Groton
4 miles, W
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University of Connecticut-Avery Point
6 miles, W
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Mitchell College
8 miles, W
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United States Coast Guard Academy
8 miles, NW
Hospitals
Westerly Hospital
7 miles, E
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Lawrence & Memorial Hospital
8 miles, W
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William W Backus Hospital
15 miles, N
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South County Hospital Inc
24 miles, E
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Airports
Theodore Francis Green State Airport
37 miles, E
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Tweed-New Haven Airport
49 miles, W
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Bradley International Airport
55 miles, N
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Worcester Regional Airport
63 miles, NE
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