RANK #58 / 996 · POP 977,165 · CT
PROJECTED GROWTH: +3.3%
The Capitol Planning Region, centered around Hartford, Connecticut, is defined by its blend of urban centers and surrounding suburban and rural towns. West Hartford stands out as a notable town within the region, recognized for its quality of life and highly-rated public schools. The region offers various outdoor recreation opportunities, including hiking trails at locations like Talcott Mountain State Park, home to Heublein Tower, and Ragged Mountain Memorial Preserve, which features views over the Wassel Reservoir. Commute options include the Metro-North Railroad, connecting to New York City, and a network of highways and bus services within the state.
Life in the Capitol Planning Region often appeals to families and professionals seeking a balance between suburban living and access to urban amenities. The public schools throughout the region are generally well-regarded. The economy of Connecticut, including this region, has shown recent growth, with sectors like finance, insurance, and manufacturing contributing to the expansion. The state has also seen investments in infrastructure and efforts to encourage businesses to expand within Connecticut.
Above national median (4.7x)
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Moderate climate & terrain
Above national median (13x)
Housing is fairly valued at 6.4x relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Statewide Transportation Infrastructure Improvements (Portion for Capitol Region)
CTDOT
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$3,100M | Planned |
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State and Municipal Infrastructure Projects (Portion for Capitol Region)
State of Connecticut
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$1,400M | Planned |
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Amazon Fulfillment Center
Amazon.com Services
|
$500M | Under Construction |
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Hartford Line Rail Expansion
CTDOT
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$287M | Under Construction |
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Adriaen's Landing Development
Capital Region Development Authority
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$100M | Operating |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
Capitol Planning Region has a Boom Town Index score of 94/100, ranking #58 among 996 U.S. counties. With a median household income of $88,190, it's an above-average county on economic indicators.
The median home value in Capitol Planning Region is $283,800 with median rent at $1,297/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.3107, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: — year-over-year. Job growth: 0.0%.