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See what Ridgefield, CT has to offer.

Who Lives Here

Ridgefield Demographics

Education

High School

8%

Associate's

9%

Bachelor's

27%

Master's

18%

Doctorate

38%

Family Size

2 people

43%

3 people

23%

4 people

19%

5 people

12%

6+ people

3%

Household Income

0-50k

22%

50-100k

19%

100-150k

15%

150-200k

12%

200k+

33%

Age

0-10

10%

10-20

18%

20-45

19%

45-65

34%

65+

18%

Affordability

How expensive is it in Ridgefield?

Rent Trends

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*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Ridgefield

Ridgefield Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

23%

15-30 Mins

25%

30-40 Mins

16%

40-60 Mins

15%

60+ Mins

22%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 6767

Walk Score®

Percentage: 4545

Bike Score®

Top Scores: Restaurant, Coffee, Nightlife

Things To Do In Ridgefield

Top Score

Restaurants

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Ridgefield serves up a dining scene that's only lukewarm.

  1. A high number of restaurants per resident
  2. 56% fewer restaurants than average
  3. 8% fewer restaurants than areas of a similar size

Coffee

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The coffee scene is lukewarm in Ridgefield.

  1. A high number of coffee shops per resident
  2. 47% fewer coffee shops than average
  3. 25% more coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You'll need to stock up the mini-bar. Ridgefield is running dry.

  1. A high number of bars and clubs per resident
  2. 55% fewer bars and clubs than average
  3. 15% more bars and clubs than areas of a similar size

Parks

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Not too many park perks in Ridgefield.

  1. A high number of parks per resident
  2. 24% fewer parks than average
  3. 11% more parks than areas of a similar size

Retail Shops

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The retail inventory is low in Ridgefield.

  1. A high number of shops per resident
  2. 52% fewer shops than average
  3. 25% more shops than areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You'll have to workout somewhere else to keep fit.

  1. A high number of gyms per resident
  2. 27% more gyms than average
  3. 79% more gyms than areas of a similar size

Pet Services

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Ridgefield could do with more oppawtunities for pets.

  1. A high number of pet facilities per resident
  2. An average number of pet facilities
  3. 29% more pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You gotta Van Gogh somewhere else for art.

  1. A high number of fine art centers per resident
  2. 24% more fine art centers than average
  3. Significantly more fine art centers than areas of a similar size

Grocery Stores

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

This supermarket score is far from superior.

  1. A high number of grocery stores per resident
  2. 82% fewer grocery stores than average
  3. 60% fewer grocery stores than areas of a similar size

Medical Care

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The lack of medical care round here is a little hard to swallow

  1. Few medical facilities per resident
  2. 100% fewer medical facilities than average
  3. 100% fewer medical facilities than areas of a similar size

Gas Stations

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Fasten your seat belt, it's a long way to get gas.

  1. A high number of gas stations per resident
  2. 75% fewer gas stations than average
  3. 33% fewer gas stations than areas of a similar size

Ridgefield Education

Schools

Top Schools in Ridgefield

10/10

West Elementary School

Grades PK, K-4 • Public

10/10

Weston Intermediate School

Grades 3-5 • Public

10/10

Redding Elementary School

Grades PK, K-4 • Public

9/10

East Elementary School

Grades K-4 • Public

9/10

Branchville Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

9/10

Farmingville Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

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All About

Living in Ridgefield, CT

A small town located in Connecticut, Ridgefield has a population of just under 8,000. Families with children should feel right at home, as kids aged 5-14 account for an above-average percentage of the population, while young adults figure less prominently in the demographics. Renters tend to be in the minority in the town, and 71% of residents own their homes. The average rent for Ridgefield is $297 per month more than the state average.

With an average commute time of about 34 minutes, longer than most cities in Connecticut, Ridgefield residents find that traveling to work takes some patience. Many residents (40%) drive their car or truck to work, while public transportation is not used extensively. Walking isn't a common method of commuting to work.

Many Ridgefield residents work in one of three industries: scientific, healthcare, and finance. Together, these industries make up 19% of the labor force in the town. Meanwhile, looking at job function, 13% of the town's population works in management, making it the top field in the town. With an average annual income of around $130K, Ridgefield workers bring in around $50,000 more than the average Connecticut resident. Ridgefield's average income also compares favorably to the national average of $73,345. Compared to the national average (7%), Ridgefield has a large percentage of residents older than 25 who have advanced degrees, as 21% possess a Master's degree or a Doctorate. Additionally, 24% have earned a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average.