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New Haven, CT
New Haven · CT 06511
Updated October 31, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$450K
Median Price
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Walk Score
7.5/10
Schools
2 min
to New Haven, CT
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
28/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
75/100
DQuietness
40/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score50/100
Our Take
New Haven’s 06511 ZIP offers a lively urban core with strong school options and plenty of dining and nightlife. The downside is a steep housing price‑to‑income ratio, traffic, and moderate crime, so it’s best for those who can afford the cost and enjoy a bustling city feel.
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The Good
- ✓Excellent public schools with high ratings
- ✓Proximity to Yale University and cultural institutions
- ✓Rich dining and nightlife options
- ✓Strong public transportation links to the city
Real Talk
- !Housing costs are high relative to median income
- !Traffic congestion and limited parking can be frustrating
- !Moderate crime rates in parts of the downtown area
- !Noise levels can be high in the core downtown district
- $High property taxes for Connecticut residents
- $Potentially higher insurance rates for older historic homes
- $Parking fees or limited street parking
Best For
College students and Yale affiliatesYoung professionalsUrban lifestyle seekersCultural and arts enthusiasts
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
New Haven, CT
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher 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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