Canterbury, CT

Living in Canterbury, CT is a great experience. The town has a rural atmosphere with plenty of green spaces and open fields to explore. It is an idyllic New England town with a population of only around 2,500 people. It's the perfect size for those who enjoy peace and quiet or a slower pace of life. You can find plenty of outdoor activities here such as hiking, camping, fishing, and canoeing due to its location next to the Quinebaug River. There are also local attractions like the Dinosaur State Park and The Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor that offer visitors educational experiences in nature. In addition, Canterbury offers easy access to larger cities like Hartford and Providence while still being able to maintain its small-town charm. All in all, living here is an enjoyable experience! 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: Canterbury

Zip Codes: 06331
Cost of Living: -0.6% lower
Time zone: Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Elevation: 470 ft above sea level

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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.

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Canterbury is 8.0% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Positive. Canterbury jobs have increased by 0.7%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Canterbury's cost of living is 0.6% lower than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Canterbury's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

August, July and June are the most pleasant months in Canterbury, 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

Canterbury's population is 5,053 people. Since 2020, it has had a population decline of 0.3%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 28.5 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Canterbury is . Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 11.4%.

SCHOOLS

Canterbury public schools spend $28,596 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 10.9 students per teacher in Canterbury. More Education

Canterbury Rankings

#12	America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Mid-Size Metro Areas)
#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 Canterbury

It's a good time to buy in Canterbury. Home Appreciation is up 11.4% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Canterbury is .

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