What are the schools like in Moosup, CT?

Moosup is served primarily by Plainfield School District. The district operates 3 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.2:1.

What is the median household income in Moosup?

The median household income in Moosup, CT is $64,466 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.8%.

What is the weather like in Moosup, CT?

Moosup has an average high temperature of 36.2°F in January and 80.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 38.0 inches.

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

Q: Is Moosup, CT affordable or expensive?

Moosup's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means Moosup is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $222,500 and the median rent is $1,124 per month.

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

Crime rate data for Moosup is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Moosup, CT a Good Place to Live?

Moosup is a small town of 3,175 in Connecticut, with a median household income of $64,466 and a 6.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

Strengths: Moosup stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Moosup is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Moosup 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: 96.5

Moosup's overall cost of living index is 96.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Moosup costs roughly 4% less than the average American city.

Metric	Moosup, CT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$222,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,124	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	58.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$64,466	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Moosup is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Moosup is served primarily by Plainfield School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Moosup, CT	National Avg
School District	Plainfield School District	—
Elementary Schools	3	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	13.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Moosup sees average highs of 36.2°F in January and 80.4°F in July, with 53.4 inches of annual precipitation and 38.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Moosup, CT
Average High — January	36.2°F
Average High — July	80.4°F
Annual Precipitation	53.4"
Annual Snowfall	38.0"

Demographics

Metric	Moosup, CT	National Avg
Population	3,175	—
Median Age	30.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	26.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	92.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.3%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.3%	18.9%
Asian	2.7%	6.3%
Under 18	21.9%	22.2%
65 and over	11.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Wauregan, CT 3 mi Plainfield Village, CT 4 mi East Brooklyn, CT 5 mi Danielson, CT 6 mi Brooklyn, CT 6 mi

ZIP Codes in Moosup

Moosup, CT is covered by 1 ZIP code:

06354

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Moosup, CT affordable or expensive?

Moosup's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes Moosup roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $222,500 and median rent is $1,124/month.

What is the crime rate in Moosup, CT?

Crime data for Moosup is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Moosup?

Public schools in Moosup are operated by Plainfield School District. The district has 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.2:1. 13.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Moosup, CT a good place to live?

Moosup, CT has a population of 3,175, a median household income of $64,466, and an unemployment rate of 6.8%. 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 Moosup?

Moosup averages 36.2°F in January and 80.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 53.4 inches with about 38.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Moosup?

Moosup, CT is covered by 1 ZIP code: 06354.

What is the population of Moosup?

The population of Moosup, Connecticut is 3,175 with a median age of 30.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Moosup?

Key numbers for living in Moosup: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $222,500, median household income $64,466, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Moosup side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.