Putnam, CT
Quality of Life, Demographics, And Statistics
Living In Putnam, Connecticut Summary
Life in Putnam research summary. HomeSnacks has been researching the quality of life in Putnam over the past eight years using Census data, FBI crime data, cost of living data, and other primary sources. Based on the most recently available data, we found the following about life in Putnam:
The population in Putnam is 7,105.
The median home value in Putnam is $187,800.
The median income in Putnam is $63,297.
The cost of living in Putnam is 109 which is 1.1x higher than the national average.
The median rent in Putnam is $1,018.
The unemployment rate in Putnam is 5.0%.
The poverty rate in Putnam is 8.3%.
Table Of Contents
Putnam SnackAbility
6
Overall SnackAbility
Overall SnackAbility
Jobs
7/10
Housing
8
Affordability
7
Diversity
5
Safety
8
Amenities
8.5
Education
6
Commute
8
Putnam, CT Crime Report
102
Total Crimes
Total Crimes
1,103.4
Total Crimes / 100k People
Total Crimes / 100k People
-52.52%
Below National Average
Below National Average
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Putnam / 100k People |
Connecticut / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 102 | 1,103.4 | 1,746.7 | 2,324.2 |
| Violent Crime | 12 | 129.8 | 181.6 | 369.8 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 3.9 | 6.3 |
| Robbery | 2 | 21.6 | 57.2 | 66.1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 4 | 43.3 | 103.8 | 268.2 |
| Property Crime | 90 | 973.6 | 1,565.1 | 1,954.4 |
| Burglary | 10 | 108.2 | 187.1 | 269.8 |
| Larceny | 78 | 843.8 | 1,141.2 | 1,401.9 |
| Car Theft | 2 | 21.6 | 236.8 | 282.7 |
Putnam, CT Cost Of Living
109
Putnam's Overall Cost Of Living
Putnam's Overall Cost Of Living
1.1x
Higher Than The National Average
Higher Than The National Average
| Living Expense | Putnam | Connecticut | National Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 109 | 114 | 100 | |
| Services | 117 | 113 | 100 | |
| Groceries | 109 | 101 | 100 | |
| Health | 109 | 107 | 100 | |
| Housing | 91 | 123 | 100 | |
| Transportation | 108 | 104 | 100 | |
| Utilities | 127 | 127 | 100 | |
Rankings for Putnam in Connecticut
Map Of Putnam, CT
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Population over time in Putnam
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 7,138 | 5.4% |
| 2020 | 6,772 | -3.1% |
| 2019 | 6,992 | -1.9% |
| 2018 | 7,129 | -0.3% |
| 2017 | 7,147 | -1.4% |
| 2016 | 7,249 | 0.8% |
| 2015 | 7,194 | -1.7% |
| 2014 | 7,321 | -0.7% |
| 2013 | 7,374 | -1.7% |
| 2012 | 7,505 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Putnam
| Race | Putnam | CT | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 84.5% | 64.9% | 59.4% |
| African American | 0.5% | 10.0% | 12.2% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Asian | 0.7% | 4.6% | 5.6% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.1% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Two Or More | 3.3% | 2.9% | 3.2% |
| Hispanic | 10.8% | 16.9% | 18.4% |
Gender in Putnam
| Gender | Putnam | CT | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 50.9% | 50.5% |
| Male | 47.3% | 49.1% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Putnam for adults over 25
| Education | Putnam | CT | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 5.0% | 4.0% | 5.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 10.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 38.0% | 26.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 16.0% | 17.0% | 20.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 12.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 9.0% | 22.0% | 21.0% |
| Master's Degree | 9.0% | 13.0% | 9.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 0.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Putnam, Connecticut
| Income | Putnam | CT | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 6.4% | 4.8% | 5.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.7% | 3.4% | 3.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 9.7% | 6.5% | 7.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 10.4% | 6.6% | 8.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 7.9% | 9.5% | 11.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 18.9% | 14.9% | 16.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 21.0% | 12.1% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 12.3% | 17.6% | 16.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 5.3% | 10.1% | 7.8% |
| $200,000 or more | 3.5% | 14.5% | 9.5% |
