What are the schools like in South Windham, CT?

South Windham is served primarily by Windham School District. The district operates 5 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.5:1.

What is the median household income in South Windham?

The median household income in South Windham, CT is $69,327 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.2%.

What is the weather like in South Windham, CT?

South Windham has an average high temperature of 36.2°F in January and 82.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 39.0 inches.

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

Q: Is South Windham, CT affordable or expensive?

South Windham's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means South Windham is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $185,500 and the median rent is $1,125 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in South Windham, CT?

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

Is South Windham, CT a Good Place to Live?

South Windham is a small town of 1,412 in Connecticut, with a median household income of $69,327 and a 1.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether South Windham is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All South Windham 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: 95.6

South Windham's overall cost of living index is 95.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in South Windham costs roughly 4% less than the average American city.

Metric	South Windham, CT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$185,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,125	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	67.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$69,327	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

South Windham is served primarily by Windham School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	South Windham, CT	National Avg
School District	Windham School District	—
Elementary Schools	5	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	16.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	90.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

South Windham sees average highs of 36.2°F in January and 82.8°F in July, with 43.2 inches of annual precipitation and 39.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	South Windham, CT
Average High — January	36.2°F
Average High — July	82.8°F
Annual Precipitation	43.2"
Annual Snowfall	39.0"

Demographics

Metric	South Windham, CT	National Avg
Population	1,412	—
Median Age	40.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	87.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	10.1%	18.9%
Asian	0.1%	6.3%
Under 18	30.4%	22.2%
65 and over	23.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Willimantic, CT 3 mi Mansfield Center, CT 6 mi Baltic, CT 7 mi South Coventry, CT 8 mi Storrs, CT 9 mi

ZIP Codes in South Windham

South Windham, CT is covered by 2 ZIP codes:

06266 06280

South Windham vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is South Windham, CT affordable or expensive?

South Windham's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes South Windham roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $185,500 and median rent is $1,125/month.

What is the crime rate in South Windham, CT?

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

What are the schools like in South Windham?

Public schools in South Windham are operated by Windham School District. The district has 5 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.5:1. 16.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is South Windham, CT a good place to live?

South Windham, CT has a population of 1,412, a median household income of $69,327, and an unemployment rate of 1.2%. 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 South Windham?

South Windham averages 36.2°F in January and 82.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 43.2 inches with about 39.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in South Windham?

South Windham, CT is covered by 2 ZIP codes: 06266, 06280.

What is the population of South Windham?

The population of South Windham, Connecticut is 1,412 with a median age of 40.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in South Windham?

Key numbers for living in South Windham: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $185,500, median household income $69,327, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare South Windham side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.