06243 East Killingly, CT has a number of impressive rankings that make it an ideal place to live. According to BestPlaces, it has one of the highest livability scores in the nation with a score of 85 out of 100. This score is based on factors such as cost of living, crime rate, education, employment, housing and weather. Additionally, East Killingly ranks highly in terms of its housing market with a median home price of $205,100 and an affordability index of 24.4%, which is considerably lower than the national average. It also has one of the lowest crime rates in Connecticut with only 0.08 reported violent crimes per 1000 residents and a property crime rate significantly below the national average. The area boasts excellent schools with great test scores and graduation rates as well as plenty of job opportunities due to its close proximity to major cities like Hartford and Providence. All these factors contribute to making East Killingly an attractive place for people looking for a safe and affordable place to call home.
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