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Southbury, Connecticut

town · New Haven County

At a glance

20,071
Population
$411,600
Median home value (all homes)
36% above U.S. median
$457,712
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$1,935/mo
Median rent
44% above U.S. median
$112,887
Median household income
44% above U.S. median
29.9 min
Average commute
93.2%
Homes with broadband
3%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 115 — 15% above the national average. how it's computed

Housing53% above
Goods & services1% above
Utilities44% above
Taxes33% below
Insurance5% above
Commute cost10% above
For business: Connecticut is CBII band 3/5 · time to build band 3/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college8 mi
Nearest community college9 mi
Nearest technical college7 mi
High school graduates94.8%
College graduates51.8%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Southbury Economic Development
The Southbury Economic Development Commission supports and fosters a strong local economy for the Town of Southbury by attracting, promoting, retaining and engaging businesses. We are committed to expanding financial well-being through strategic economic development that enhances our community.
state Connecticut Dept. Econ. Dev.
Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) is the state agency that supports economic development and community development in Connecticut, including business development, small business resources, brownfield redevelopment, film, arts and tourism initiatives, and related programs. It provides contact points for in-state and out-of-state companies seeking assistance and coordinates various grant and program opportunities.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateNo

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