Cos Cob, CT is a census-designated place in Fairfield County, Connecticut. It has an estimated population of 6,786 and is ranked as one of the best places to live in Connecticut. The overall ranking for Cos Cob is based on factors such as quality of life, housing costs, job opportunities, education level, and crime rates. According to BestPlaces's 2019 Best Places to Live Rankings, Cos Cob scored highly across all categories with an A+ rating for amenities and a B+ rating for housing affordability. The city also scored highly in terms of safety with a B+ crime and safety grade as well as an A+ public school rating. In addition to these rankings, Cos Cob is known for its strong sense of community and cultural preservation among its residents. With its high rankings across all categories combined with its sense of community identity, it's easy to see why Cos Cob remains a desirable place to live in Connecticut.
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