What are the schools like in Somers, CT?

Somers is served primarily by Somers School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.4:1.

What is the median household income in Somers?

The median household income in Somers, CT is $79,952 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 Somers, CT?

Somers has an average high temperature of 33.7°F in January and 80.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.0 inches and annual snowfall averages 51.7 inches.

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

Q: Is Somers, CT affordable or expensive?

Somers's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means Somers is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $335,700 and the median rent is $881 per month.

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

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

Is Somers, CT a Good Place to Live?

Somers is a small town of 2,231 in Connecticut, with a median household income of $79,952 . Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

Strengths: Somers stands out for an affordable cost of living, solid school ratings (A), a well-educated population.

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

All Somers 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: 96.6

Somers's overall cost of living index is 96.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Somers costs roughly 3% less than the average American city.

Metric	Somers, CT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$335,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$881	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	87.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$79,952	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Somers is served primarily by Somers School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Somers, CT	National Avg
School District	Somers School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	44.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	95.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Somers sees average highs of 33.7°F in January and 80.8°F in July, with 49.0 inches of annual precipitation and 51.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Somers, CT
Average High — January	33.7°F
Average High — July	80.8°F
Annual Precipitation	49.0"
Annual Snowfall	51.7"

Demographics

Metric	Somers, CT	National Avg
Population	2,231	—
Median Age	38.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	32.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	76.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	23.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	33.6%	22.2%
65 and over	16.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Hazardville, CT 4 mi Crystal Lake, CT 5 mi Sherwood Manor, CT 6 mi Southwood Acres, CT 7 mi Stafford Springs, CT 7 mi

ZIP Codes in Somers

Somers, CT is covered by 1 ZIP code:

06071

Somers vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Somers, CT affordable or expensive?

Somers's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes Somers roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $335,700 and median rent is $881/month.

What is the crime rate in Somers, CT?

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

What are the schools like in Somers?

Public schools in Somers are operated by Somers School District. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.4:1. 44.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Somers, CT a good place to live?

Somers, CT has a population of 2,231, a median household income of $79,952, 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 Somers?

Somers averages 33.7°F in January and 80.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 49.0 inches with about 51.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Somers?

Somers, CT is covered by 1 ZIP code: 06071.

What is the population of Somers?

The population of Somers, Connecticut is 2,231 with a median age of 38.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Somers?

Key numbers for living in Somers: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $335,700, median household income $79,952, schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Somers side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.