Best Places to Live in Sprague, Connecticut

Living in Sprague, CT is truly a unique experience. It is a small, rural town with a population of just under 4,000 people. The area is filled with lush green forests, rolling hills and plenty of outdoor activities to explore. The community is tight-knit and friendly, and the streets are quiet and safe. People come from all over to sample the local cuisine at the many restaurants and cafes in town. There are also plenty of local shops to find unique items that represent the culture of the area. With its beautiful landscape and welcoming atmosphere, Sprague is an ideal place for those looking for both relaxation and adventure. 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: Sprague

Zip Codes: 06330 06350
Cost of Living: 1.3% higher
Time zone: Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Elevation: 7 ft above sea level

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Sprague, 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 Sprague is 9.0% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Positive. Sprague jobs have increased by 0.2%. More Economy

COST OF LIVING

Compared to the rest of the country, Sprague's cost of living is 1.3% higher than the U.S. average. More Cost of Living or Compare Sprague's Cost of Living

WEATHER & CLIMATE

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

Sprague's population is 2,955 people. Since 2020, it has had a population decline of 1.6%. Learn More...

TRANSPORTATION

Average Commute time is 24.5 minutes. The National Average is 26.4 minutes. Learn More...

REAL ESTATE

The median home cost in Sprague is Real Estate: $291,700. Home appreciation the last 10 years has been 11.4%.

SCHOOLS

Sprague public schools spend $19,257 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 12 students per teacher in Sprague. More Education

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Housing Market in Sprague

It's a good time to buy in Sprague. Home Appreciation is up 11.4% in the last 12 months.
The median home price in Sprague is $291,700.

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06330 06350

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