What are the schools like in Moodus, CT?

Moodus is served primarily by East Haddam School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.5:1.

What is the median household income in Moodus?

The median household income in Moodus, CT is $96,032 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.0%.

What is the weather like in Moodus, CT?

Moodus has an average high temperature of 37.7°F in January and 84.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 27.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Moodus, CT affordable or expensive?

Moodus's cost of living index is 98, where 100 represents the national average. This means Moodus is 2% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $283,700 and the median rent is $1,151 per month.

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

Moodus has a violent crime rate of 26.5 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 586.7 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Moodus, CT a Good Place to Live?

Moodus is a small town of 1,666 in Connecticut, with a median household income of $96,032 and a 3.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 98 (US average = 100), which is 2% below the national average.

Strengths: Moodus stands out for solid school ratings (A).

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

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

Cost of Living

Index: 97.9

Moodus's overall cost of living index is 97.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Moodus costs roughly 2% less than the average American city.

Metric	Moodus, CT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$283,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,151	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	52.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$96,032	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Moodus's violent crime rate is 26.5 per 100,000 residents — 93% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

26.5 /100k

Property Crime

586.7 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Moodus is served primarily by East Haddam School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Moodus, CT	National Avg
School District	East Haddam School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	34.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Moodus sees average highs of 37.7°F in January and 84.1°F in July, with 49.3 inches of annual precipitation and 27.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Moodus, CT
Average High — January	37.7°F
Average High — July	84.1°F
Annual Precipitation	49.3"
Annual Snowfall	27.8"

Demographics

Metric	Moodus, CT	National Avg
Population	1,666	—
Median Age	49.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	35.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	93.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.6%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	14.3%	22.2%
65 and over	17.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

East Hampton, CT 6 mi Higganum, CT 6 mi Chester Center, CT 7 mi Colchester, CT 7 mi Lake Pocotopaug, CT 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Moodus

Moodus, CT is covered by 2 ZIP codes:

06469 06423

Moodus vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Moodus, CT affordable or expensive?

Moodus's cost of living index is 98, where 100 is the national average. That makes Moodus roughly 2% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $283,700 and median rent is $1,151/month.

What is the crime rate in Moodus, CT?

Moodus's violent crime rate is 26.5 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 586.7 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Moodus?

Public schools in Moodus are operated by East Haddam School District. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.5:1. 34.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Moodus, CT a good place to live?

Moodus, CT has a population of 1,666, a median household income of $96,032, and an unemployment rate of 3.0%. 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 Moodus?

Moodus averages 37.7°F in January and 84.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 49.3 inches with about 27.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Moodus?

Moodus, CT is covered by 2 ZIP codes: 06469, 06423.

What is the population of Moodus?

The population of Moodus, Connecticut is 1,666 with a median age of 49.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Moodus?

Key numbers for living in Moodus: cost of living index 98 (100 = US average), median home $283,700, median household income $96,032, crime index 15 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Moodus side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.