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Milford, CT
Milford · South Central Connecticut Planning Region · CT 06460
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$359K
Median Price
45/100
Walk Score
7.5/10
Schools
19 min
to New Haven, CT
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
BSafety
78/100
BSchools
75/100
B-Quietness
70/100
B+Commute
85/100
DWalkability
45/100
WYLT Score72/100
Our Take
Milford is a quiet, suburban place with decent schools and a short commute to New Haven. It’s affordable relative to nearby NYC suburbs but it has a high flood risk and is very car‑dependent. If you’re looking for a quieter life and can handle higher insurance costs, it’s worth a look.
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The Good
- ✓Top‑rated local schools
- ✓19‑minute drive to New Haven
- ✓Median home price reasonable for the area
- ✓Good median income for residents
Real Talk
- !High flood risk in flood zone AE
- !Very low walkability and public transit
- !Limited nightlife and dining options
- !Bike infrastructure is minimal
- $Flood insurance premiums
- $Higher property taxes typical for Connecticut
- $Utility costs (water, gas) can be higher than in other parts of NJ
Best For
suburban familiescommuters to New Havensingle professionalsbudget‑conscious buyers
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskHigh
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Milford, CT
B
Safety grade
Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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