Hartford, Connecticut
Insurance capital with historic charm
U.S. News (2025)
#89 Best Places to Live
Livability (2025)
#78 Top 100 Best Places to Live
WhereAtHome Score
74.7
Cout of 100
Overview
Hartford is the insurance capital of the world, home to major carriers and financial services firms. The city offers historic architecture, including America's oldest public art museum, and access to Connecticut's excellent suburbs. Lower costs than coastal metros attract those seeking New England living.
Key Highlights
- Insurance industry headquarters
- Wadsworth Atheneum - oldest public art museum
- Mark Twain House historic site
- Access to excellent Connecticut suburbs
- More affordable than coastal CT
- Strong healthcare sector
Key Metrics
Climate
Summer High
84°F
Winter Low
20°F
Annual Rainfall
46"
Sunny Days
198
Amenities & Infrastructure
90+ Parks
Green spaces and recreation
5 Major Hospitals
Healthcare access
4 Universities
Higher education institutions
Public Transit Available
Bus, rail, or metro service
Major Employers
Score Breakdown
6 of 6 score factors available. Missing factors are excluded and available weights are rescaled.
Median home value relative to national average (Weight: 20%)
How affordable housing is relative to local incomes (Weight: 20%)
Average commute time compared to national average (Weight: 15%)
Overall crime levels based on FBI crime statistics (Weight: 20%)
Walk Score — ease of daily errands on foot (Weight: 15%)
Median income relative to national average, adjusted for cost of living (Weight: 10%)
Location
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Start ComparisonLast Updated: 2026-07-01
Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, Zillow, FBI Crime Data Explorer, Walk Score, and Niche.
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