There are 17 independent living communities serving Branford, Connecticut. This includes 2 communities in Branford and 15 nearby. Independent living costs in Connecticut range from about $37 to $169 per day, with an average expense running approximately $97. The per month cost averages about $2,908 and ranges between $1,100 and $5,060. Yearly, the median cost is around $34,907, which is higher than the US average of $23,100.
Costs for independent living in Branford, CT range between $1,779 per month and $3,919 per month. The average cost is around $2,690 per month, or around $32,274 annually.
Located within New Haven County, Branford is a small city in the State of Connecticut. It is included in the New Haven-Milford metropolitan area. The city has a total population of 27,860, with 684,444 inhabitants in the encompassing metropolitan area. The 55-and-over community currently constitutes 35% of the overall population.
Branford has a good SeniorScore™ of 73. The city has a median per capita income of $42,000. The mean household income is $71,000 compared to the average of $79,000 for the state of Connecticut. The current unemployment rate is roughly 7.65% and the mean housing price is $466,500, which is somewhat higher than the state average of $456,000.
Branford has harsh mean temperatures, with medium winters and mildly warm summers. The city receives very large amounts of rainfall annually. Compared to other American cities, Branford has moderate water quality, very low air quality, and an exceptionally low crime rate.