Best Places to Live in Niantic, Connecticut

Living in Niantic, CT is a wonderful experience. The town offers a variety of activities for people of all ages and interests; from the beautiful beaches and boardwalks to the many restaurants, shops, parks and recreation spots. The neighborhood is also very safe with excellent public schools and low crime rates. There are also plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities like kayaking, fishing, biking and hiking trails, making it perfect for those who enjoy being active. The close proximity to New England attractions like Mystic Aquarium and Mohegan Sun Casino make it an ideal destination for weekend or day trips. Overall, Niantic offers something for everyone looking to settle in a cozy coastal community. Small-city complex - Eastern Connecticut along the Long Island Sound to 15 miles north along the Thames River.

State: Connecticut
County: New London County
Metro Area: Norwich-New London Metro Area
City: Niantic

Zip Codes: No Zip Codes Here.
Cost of Living: 11.8% higher
Time zone: Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Elevation: 7 ft above sea level

Niantic, Ct Housing Market

Least Expensive Homes	Homes Over 2,000 Sq. Ft.
Most Expensive Homes	Homes less than 10 yrs old
All Single Family Homes

Pros
Central location
Historic interest
Attractive setting

Cons
Harsh winters
Some urban decay
Weak job growth

What Bert Has To Say About Norwich-New London Metro Area

New London is located where the broad Thames River empties into the Long Island Sound. Norwich lies about 13 miles upriver. New London has a rich maritime history and is now home to the U.S. Coast Guard Academy. Norwich is an early industrial center, where the first paper and iron nails were made in the mid-1700’s. Both cities remain fairly industrial but have modestly attractive downtown cores with areas of historic buildings. New London is also home to two small colleges.

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ECONOMY

The unemployment rate in Niantic is 9.2% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Positive. Niantic jobs have increased by 0.2%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Niantic's cost of living is 11.8% higher than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Niantic's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

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

VOTING

In the last Presidential election, New London county remained very strongly Democratic, 56.9% to 40.9%. More Voting Stats

POPULATION

Niantic's population is 3,240 people. Since 2020, it has had a population decline of 0.5%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 23.4 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Niantic is $387,900. Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 11.4%.

SCHOOLS

Niantic public schools spend $16,740 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 11.7 students per teacher in Niantic. More Education

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Housing Market in Niantic

It's a good time to buy in Niantic. Home Appreciation is up 11.4% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Niantic is $387,900.

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