West Hartford, CT
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 64,958 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | High |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Average |
Climate
West Hartford experiences four-season weather, with warm summers and very cold winters.
Cultural Attractions
The rose gardens at Elizabeth Park and shopping at West Hartford Center and Westfarms Mall are popular destinations.
Recreation
Residents enjoy hiking the trails at Metropolitan District (MDC) reservoirs.
Historical
Noah Webster, the American lexicographer of dictionary fame, was born here.
Economy
The city is home to three institutions of higher learning: University of Hartford, St. Joseph College, and the University of Connecticut.
| Population [details] | 64,958 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 62.2% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 486.83 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 52.60% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 34.33 °F/13.99 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 83.58 °F/60.28 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 46.30 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 64 |
| Cost of living [details] | 123.2 |
| State sales tax | 6.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Boston (90.79 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | BRADLEY INTERNATIONAL (13.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Swimming, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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