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W Hartford, CT vs West Haven, CT

CategoryW Hartford, CTWest Haven, CT
Housing
VerdictGood for nowGood for now
Median Price$430K$248K

Lower price

Median Rent$2K$1K

Lower rent

Median Income$164K

Higher income

$73K
Price VolatilityModerateModerate
Getting Around
Walk Score3/10020/100

More walkable

Transit ScoreMinimal transit10/100

Better transit

Bike Score80/100

More bikeable

N/A
Commute8 min8 min

Shorter commute

Safety & Environment
Safety GradeD+D+
Violent CrimeModerateModerate
Property CrimeModerateModerate
Flood RiskLowLow
Air QualityModerateModerate
Community
Schools7.4/107.6/10

Better schools

Best for
Families looking for good schoolsCommuters to downtown HartfordStudents and young professionals who prefer biking
Commuters to New HavenFamilies seeking good schoolsFirst‑time home buyers looking for affordability

Bottom line

Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.

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