Prospect, CT is a small town located in New Haven County in the state of Connecticut. It has a population of 11,424 and covers 8.5 square miles. The town is ranked highly in many bestplaces rankings, particularly in the categories of Jobs, Crime & Safety, Cost of Living and Education & Health. Prospect is considered to be one of the safest places in Connecticut with a crime rate that is 80% lower than the national average. It also offers plenty of job opportunities with an unemployment rate below the national average. The cost of living index is 6% higher than the US average but still makes Prospect an affordable place to live. Additionally, the town has great educational options including several elementary schools and two private high schools: Chase Collegiate School and Holy Cross High School. The town also has access to top-tier healthcare facilities making it an ideal place for families to settle down and enjoy a high quality of life.
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