West Hartford: A Premier Real Estate Destination

WELCOME TO WEST HARTFORD

West Hartford is home to numerous private schools and colleges and features a bustling downtown area.

West Hartford was established after breaking off from the Hartford Colony, which was founded by Reverend Thomas Hooker. West Hartford is adjacent to Hartford and borders numerous towns such as Bloomfield, Newington, Farmington and Avon. Large areas of the community have gone through significant transformations over the years, including The Blue Back Square area, which draws patrons seeking retail shopping, a movie theater, and a dining and nightlife experience. The town’s bustling downtown area, known as “The Center,” has been the community’s main hub since the late 17th century and is complemented by rural landscape to the west. Talcott Mountain is a popular hiking spot for those who enjoy some fresh air and recreation.

West Hartford is home to numerous private schools and colleges including Renbrook School, an independent and private day school. Other schools include Northwest Catholic High School, Hebrew High School of New England, Kingswood Oxford School, the University of Saint Joseph and the University of Hartford as well as The American School for the Deaf, the nation’s first permanent school for the deaf, celebrating 200 years of excellence.

Elizabeth Park is on the border of West Hartford and Hartford, with just over 100 acres of formal gardens, green space, recreational facilities, walking loops as well as The Pond House Cafe. In 1983 Elizabeth Park was awarded by the National Register of Historic Places.

Overview for West Hartford, CT

64,034 people live in West Hartford, where the median age is 39.9 and the average individual income is $60,530. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

64,034

Total Population

39.9 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$60,530

Average individual Income

Around West Hartford, CT

There's plenty to do around West Hartford, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

35

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

36

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Games Workshop, Connecticut Custom Clothing Company, and Plus One Defense Systems.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Games Workshop page on Yelp Search 7 S Main St on Google Maps	Shopping	0.69 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Connecticut Custom Clothing Company page on Yelp Search 1 Memorial Rd on Google Maps	Shopping	0.92 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Plus One Defense Systems page on Yelp Search 9 Tolles St on Google Maps	Active	2.79 miles	22 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Barre 44 page on Yelp Search 51 E Main St on Google Maps	Active	4.69 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the The Penthouse Cigar Shop page on Yelp Search 570 Wethersfield Ave on Google Maps	Nightlife	4.61 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Abundant Health Massage Therapy & Wellness page on Yelp Search 3 Forest Park Dr on Google Maps	Beauty	4.91 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Artifact Tattoo Studio page on Yelp Search 117 Fenn Rd on Google Maps	Beauty	4.54 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Shani’s Beautiful Nails page on Yelp Search 333 N Main St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.21 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Les Cheveux Salon page on Yelp Search 967 Farmington Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	0.65 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Advance Biomedical Treatment page on Yelp Search 35 Jolley Dr on Google Maps	Beauty	3.87 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Tainted page on Yelp Search 56 Arbor St on Google Maps	Beauty	2.64 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Off Center Salon & Spa page on Yelp Search 141 S Main St on Google Maps	Beauty	1.11 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Tress Salon page on Yelp Search 778 Farmington Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	4.57 miles	30 reviews	5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for West Hartford, CT

Population Households Employment

West Hartford has 25,805 households, with an average household size of 2.43. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in West Hartford do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 64,034 people call West Hartford home. The population density is 2,932.23 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

64,034

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

39.9

Median Age

47.59 / 52.41%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

Less Than 9th Grade
High School Degree
Associate Degree
Bachelor Degree
Graduate Degree

25,805

Total Households

2.43

Average Household Size

$60,530

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Schools in West Hartford, CT

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Primary Schools ()

Middle Schools ()

High Schools ()

Mixed Schools ()

The following schools are within or nearby West Hartford. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

Type

Name

West Hartford

Property Listings

$900,000

$1,750,000

$1,750,000

$1,749,000

$1,300,000

$1,199,000

$1,100,000

$1,050,000

$995,000

WELCOME TO WEST HARTFORD

Overview for West Hartford, CT

64,034

39.9 years

High

$60,530

Around West Hartford, CT

35

Car-Dependent

36

Somewhat Bikeable

Points of Interest

Demographics and Employment Data for West Hartford, CT

64,034

High

39.9

47.59 / 52.41%

25,805

2.43

$60,530

Schools in West Hartford, CT

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Avon

West Hartford

Farmington

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West Hartford

Property Listings

$900,000

$1,750,000

$1,750,000

$1,749,000

$1,300,000

$1,199,000

$1,100,000

$1,050,000

$995,000

WELCOME TO WEST HARTFORD

Overview for West Hartford, CT

64,034

39.9 years

High

$60,530

Around West Hartford, CT

35

Car-Dependent

36

Somewhat Bikeable

Points of Interest

Demographics and Employment Data for West Hartford, CT

64,034

High

39.9

47.59 / 52.41%

25,805

2.43

$60,530

Schools in West Hartford, CT

Explore Other Neighborhoods

Avon

West Hartford

Farmington

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