Best Places to Live in Brooklyn, Connecticut

Living in Brooklyn, CT is a truly unique experience. The small town of only 4,000 people has a cozy and quiet atmosphere that is perfect for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. It's a great place to raise a family as there are plenty of outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, camping, kayaking and more. There are several historic sites in the area that are sure to provide hours of entertainment. With its quaint downtown area complete with local restaurants, shops and cafes, it's easy to see why Brooklyn is so beloved by its residents. Mid-sized city - Center of Massachusetts between Connecticut/Rhode Island and New Hampshire border.

State: Connecticut
County: Windham County
Metro Area: Worcester Metro Area
City: Brooklyn

Zip Codes: 06234
Cost of Living: 3.8% higher
Time zone: Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Elevation: 470 ft above sea level

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Brooklyn, Ct Housing Market

Least Expensive Homes	Homes Over 2,000 Sq. Ft.
Most Expensive Homes	Homes less than 10 yrs old
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Pros
Educated population
Local arts and culture
Central location

Cons
Economy
Harsh winters
Cost of living

What Bert Has To Say About Worcester Metro Area

Worcester is the second largest city in Massachusetts. From its roots in the Industrial Revolution, it is evolving into a diverse research, manufacturing, and technology center, featuring a significant health care presence and a large biotechnology research park. The downtown is being gradually restored and modernized. Origins as a cultural center continue with the area’s many small museums and colleges, as well as a good set of small performing arts amenities. Mountain areas to the west and lakes mainly north offer good recreation opportunities. Cost of living is influenced by more expensive areas east and is high for local income levels.

Highlights

ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Brooklyn is 6.8% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Positive. Brooklyn jobs have increased by 0.7%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Brooklyn's cost of living is 3.8% higher than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Brooklyn's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

August, July and June are the most pleasant months in Brooklyn, while January and February are the least comfortable months. Today's Weather | Climate Averages

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, Windham county remained Republican, 51.1% to 46.8%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Brooklyn's population is 8,421 people. Since 2020, it has had a population growth of 1.7%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 30.4 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Brooklyn is Real Estate: $313,400. Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 10.8%.

SCHOOLS

Brooklyn public schools spend $19,758 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 13.4 students per teacher in Brooklyn. More Education

Best Places to Live in Brooklyn Rankings

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#14	Most Comfortable Summer Cities
#23	America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Smallest Metro Areas)
#33	America's Most (and Least) Stressful Cities (117 Smallest Metro Areas)
#70	The Most Single Cities

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Housing Market in Brooklyn

It's a good time to buy in Brooklyn. Home Appreciation is up 10.8% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Brooklyn is $313,400.

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Reviews for Brooklyn 1 Reviews

The wrong Brooklyn - 1/28/2021
I mean its ok I guess, kinda boring. No one has any reason to move here.... Read More

Bryce | Brooklyn, CT | Reply | No Replies

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ZIP CODES IN BROOKLYN, CONNECTICUT

06234

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