Living here
Nearest 4-year college2 mi
Nearest community college2 mi
Nearest technical college2 mi
High school graduates87.8%
College graduates30.5%
Doing business here
Economic development contacts, most local first:
city
West Haven Economic Development
The West Haven Economic Development Commission works to develop a stable tax base, reduce unemployment, and assist existing businesses in expansion. It also aims to recruit new business and industry in West Haven.
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