What are the schools like in Cornwall, CT?

Cornwall is served primarily by Cornwall School District. The district operates several elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 5.7:1.

What is the median household income in Cornwall?

The median household income in Cornwall, CT is $121,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Cornwall, CT?

Cornwall has an average high temperature of 35.4°F in January and 84.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 74.9 inches.

Cornwall, CT Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: What is the crime rate in Cornwall, CT?

Cornwall has a violent crime rate of 22.2 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 454.2 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Cornwall, CT a Good Place to Live?

Cornwall is a small town of 83 in Connecticut, with a median household income of $121,250 .

Strengths: Cornwall stands out for solid school ratings (A+), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Cornwall is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Cornwall city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Cost of living data is based on the Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities for the Cornwall metro area.

Metric	Cornwall, CT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$287,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	100.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$121,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Cornwall's violent crime rate is 22.2 per 100,000 residents — 94% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

22.2 /100k

Property Crime

454.2 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Cornwall is served primarily by Cornwall School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 5.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Cornwall, CT	National Avg
School District	Cornwall School District	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	5.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	56.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	100.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Cornwall sees average highs of 35.4°F in January and 84.6°F in July, with 51.7 inches of annual precipitation and 74.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Cornwall, CT
Average High — January	35.4°F
Average High — July	84.6°F
Annual Precipitation	51.7"
Annual Snowfall	74.9"

Demographics

Metric	Cornwall, CT	National Avg
Population	83	—
Median Age	53.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	65.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	10.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	24.1%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	10.8%	22.2%
65 and over	24.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

West Cornwall, CT 2 mi Cornwall Bridge, CT 4 mi Sharon, CT 7 mi Falls Village, CT 8 mi Bantam, CT 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Cornwall

Cornwall, CT is covered by 1 ZIP code:

06753

Cornwall vs Other Cities

Cornwall, CT vs West Cornwall, CT Cornwall, CT vs Cornwall Bridge, CT Cornwall, CT vs Sharon, CT Cornwall, CT vs Falls Village, CT Cornwall, CT vs Bantam, CT

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cornwall, CT affordable or expensive?

Cornwall has a median home value of $287,500 and median rent of N/A/month against a median household income of $121,250.

What is the crime rate in Cornwall, CT?

Cornwall's violent crime rate is 22.2 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 454.2 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Cornwall?

Public schools in Cornwall are operated by Cornwall School District. The district has several elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 5.7:1. 56.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Cornwall, CT a good place to live?

Cornwall, CT has a population of 83, a median household income of $121,250, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Cornwall?

Cornwall averages 35.4°F in January and 84.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 51.7 inches with about 74.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Cornwall?

Cornwall, CT is covered by 1 ZIP code: 06753.

What is the population of Cornwall?

The population of Cornwall, Connecticut is 83 with a median age of 53.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Cornwall?

Key numbers for living in Cornwall: median home $287,500, median household income $121,250, crime index 12 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Cornwall side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.