What are the schools like in South Woodstock, CT?

South Woodstock is served primarily by Woodstock School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.8:1.

What is the median household income in South Woodstock?

The median household income in South Woodstock, CT is $75,763 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.2%.

What is the weather like in South Woodstock, CT?

South Woodstock has an average high temperature of 34.7°F in January and 81.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 38.5 inches.

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

Q: Is South Woodstock, CT affordable or expensive?

South Woodstock's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means South Woodstock is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $262,200 and the median rent is $1,110 per month.

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

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

Is South Woodstock, CT a Good Place to Live?

South Woodstock is a small town of 1,418 in Connecticut, with a median household income of $75,763 and a 7.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

Strengths: South Woodstock stands out for solid school ratings (A-), short average commutes.

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

All South Woodstock 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: 97.2

South Woodstock's overall cost of living index is 97.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in South Woodstock costs roughly 3% less than the average American city.

Metric	South Woodstock, CT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$262,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,110	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	50.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$75,763	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for South Woodstock 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 Woodstock is served primarily by Woodstock School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	South Woodstock, CT	National Avg
School District	Woodstock School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	33.0%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

South Woodstock sees average highs of 34.7°F in January and 81.9°F in July, with 50.1 inches of annual precipitation and 38.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	South Woodstock, CT
Average High — January	34.7°F
Average High — July	81.9°F
Annual Precipitation	50.1"
Annual Snowfall	38.5"

Demographics

Metric	South Woodstock, CT	National Avg
Population	1,418	—
Median Age	31.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	23.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	92.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	13.4%	22.2%
65 and over	10.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Quasset Lake, CT 1 mi Putnam, CT 2 mi Mechanicsville, CT 4 mi North Grosvenor Dale, CT 5 mi Quinebaug, CT 6 mi

ZIP Codes in South Woodstock

South Woodstock, CT is covered by 1 ZIP code:

06281

South Woodstock vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is South Woodstock, CT affordable or expensive?

South Woodstock's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes South Woodstock roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $262,200 and median rent is $1,110/month.

What is the crime rate in South Woodstock, CT?

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

What are the schools like in South Woodstock?

Public schools in South Woodstock are operated by Woodstock School District. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.8:1. 33.0% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is South Woodstock, CT a good place to live?

South Woodstock, CT has a population of 1,418, a median household income of $75,763, and an unemployment rate of 7.2%. 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 Woodstock?

South Woodstock averages 34.7°F in January and 81.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 50.1 inches with about 38.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in South Woodstock?

South Woodstock, CT is covered by 1 ZIP code: 06281.

What is the population of South Woodstock?

The population of South Woodstock, Connecticut is 1,418 with a median age of 31.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

Key numbers for living in South Woodstock: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $262,200, median household income $75,763, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare South Woodstock side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.