2022 Most Diverse Places to Live in Connecticut

• Neighborhood in New Haven, CT

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  Rating 3 out of 5  2 reviews

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• Population 4,605

• Town in Connecticut

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  Rating 3.35 out of 5  216 reviews

Current Resident: I like East Hartford, Connecticut because it is a diverse town. It is also connected with many different retail, grocery and other commercial outlets. It is a simple three minute drive from where I live to either Stop and Shop and the Burlington store and a three minute drive to Shoprite of Manchester and all of the fast food chains surrounding the area from McDonald's, Popeyes, Subway, etc. There is also Wickham Park which provides a panorama of the neighboring capital of Hartford, Connecticut and the beautiful trees in the distance which become particularly accentuated during the fall season with the very vibrant warm colors of yellow, orange and red. The community is also very diverse and there are a lot of cultural events that happen all the time in East Hartford, from fairs, etc. As far as what can change about East Hartford, there can be better relations with the police department and more transparency regarding community policing. Also, citizens should engage the leaders.... Read 216 reviews

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• Population 50,971

• City in Connecticut

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  Rating 3.85 out of 5  130 reviews

Current Resident: I grew up in an Itqlian neighborhood so there was good food & lots of churches. Now away drugs & alcohol really did take over a bit, I wish they would make fenytal testing strips available like they do Covid testing. The other day I had to Narcan someone in a pharmacy, at least the Narcan is free, but now there's newer stuff being added to it. We have great food, school, trama hospital but at what cost the shelters and mental health resources people need are not available. When I lived in Newhallville the cops didn't go down there on account of drug dealing that's what the camera's are for, they only show up if the shot spotter goes off & in a weird way that made me more comfortable, to not to have to see them all over all the time, almost like they weren't trying to (possibly at anytime), set up a predominantly African American neighborhood.... Read 130 reviews

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• Population 133,874

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• Population 1,605

• Neighborhood in Stamford, CT

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  Rating 3.08 out of 5  13 reviews

Niche User: I believe Stamford is a great place to live in. Stamford has many businesses open, creating many jobs for the public. Stamford also has many opportunities for the public to learn. I know that people who don't speak english well, can take English classes at a Polish school.... Read 13 reviews

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• Population 14,838

• City in Connecticut

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  Rating 3.14 out of 5  476 reviews

Current Resident: Extremely diverse town. Southern Connecticut is a predominately white area, and Bridgeport is somewhere you can come across all ethic backgrounds. The urban culture is great, music, food, infrastructure, and beach, it is a truly authentic town.... Read 476 reviews

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• Population 148,529

• Neighborhood in New Haven, CT

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  Rating 3 out of 5  10 reviews

Niche User: I'm able to walk outside my home and feel safe enough to where I can leave the door unlocked, but I'll continuously monitor my surroundings to make sure everything is still okay.... Read 10 reviews

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• Population 6,064

• Neighborhood in Stamford, CT

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  Rating 3.13 out of 5  24 reviews

Current Resident: It feels quite safe and homey here, but there's literally nothing to do. The nightlife is horrible - everything closes before/by 10pm - even on the weekends.... Read 24 reviews

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• Population 18,739

Current Resident: I'm a new Transplant from New York, bought a house here even after hearing it's bad reputation and I live my home. Let's get ONE thing straight, Waterbury is a CITY, NOT a town, if you want that small town vibe move to the outskirts or another city! There is traffic and more cars and people in a city. You can't? Then don't bad mouth the city. People who live here are ALWAYS complain: taxes are high, schools are not good. Education starts at home! Don't like it? Home school your own kids. Drugs, crime, and violence... these things happens in major cities across America CT is not EXEMPT. Y'all don't like the noise? Don't live in a city. I like it here and there is a highway to anywhere you want to go in the state. Relatively quiet street, nice neighbors, and we mind our business. My major dislike, is that this city doesn't do a good job at voting and advertising the local office elections unless you seek them out. For other residents who read this, be the change this city needs!... Read 367 reviews

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• Population 113,783

• Neighborhood in New Haven, CT

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  Rating 4.5 out of 5  10 reviews

Current Resident: I moved here a year ago and love walking my dog around the neighborhood. Westville has a friendly, diverse in population with older couples and lots of young couple with children. It's clean, quiet, and lovely with mature trees and garden's a plenty. Like all areas some blocks are better than others, but I rate the neighborhood pretty high. I feel safe here also. It's a true family neighborhood.... Read 10 reviews

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• Population 7,333

Current Resident: West Haven has a beautiful beach area, could be better, we need a volunteer beach clean up crew. Downtown needs revision, with new visions for town growth and wellness. Hard pressed to find diverse political opinion which really brings the politics of the town so strongly in the pocket of the DNC, it’s hurting us and the whole State economically speaking. We need a balance of GOP and DNC that’s even handed and moderate. Get taxes down, build up small business in town. There’s too much regulation, due to lack of political diversity. So no A + on diversity from a political stance; which is what’s needed.... Read 211 reviews

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• Population 55,518

• Neighborhood in New Haven, CT

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• Population 5,090

• City in Connecticut

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  Rating 4.02 out of 5  206 reviews

Current Resident: What I like about Stamford is simply the kind of lifestyle there is and how big it is. One place to compare it to is NY CITY because of the amount of things to do there. You can "Go Cart", Ice skate, and many other activities as well as hanging out with friends in downtown Stamford. Not only that but many public parks that you can bike, walk, picnic, play sports like basketball, swim, and even barbeque.Some of those places are Scalzi park, cove park with there beaches. As well as lone park. Other notable parks include, mill river park which is a great place for sight seeing and walking around, also Kosciusko park, cummings park and more! Stamford athletically is good because of the sports complex's like sports complexes, like Bobby Vs, also Chelsie piers that also has fields and courts but younger kids can swim there and gymnastics and trampolines. Not only is Stamford exiting but the restaurant choices might be the best in CT. fancy restaurants, diners, great places for Icecream... Read 206 reviews

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• Population 134,820

• Town in Connecticut

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  Rating 3.36 out of 5  97 reviews

Former Resident: My husband was born in NL and spent many years there, although as a Navy Family they moved around a bit. We are now retiring and are selling our property in the Chicago IL area and will move to NL. Here in the Chicago suburbs, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is a work in progress. We can't wait to get to New London where in some small way we can advocate for people of color. If a white person smiles at a black person, they will smile back ten fold. People of color are just so used to be disregarded by white people. NL has so much to offer everyone. Let's work together to give a hand and a heart to our brothers and sisters and the beautiful children that might be in need in NL and across this nation.... Read 97 reviews

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• Population 27,585

• Town in Connecticut

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  Rating 3.75 out of 5  211 reviews

Former Resident: Danbury is a diverse city that offers so much! I’ve made long lasting friends who support and aid me in my goals for my future. Something I would change about Danbury is Main Street. The whole street could benefit from businesses that attract more travelers from outside the area. It has history and rich culture, but could use a revamp nonetheless.... Read 211 reviews

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• Population 86,197

• Neighborhood in Hartford, CT

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  Rating 1 out of 5  1 review

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• Population 3,244

• Town in Connecticut

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  Rating 3.93 out of 5  229 reviews

Current Resident: My family and I moved to Norwalk from the Philippines in 2007. Since then, our family members have moved away but Norwalk's sense of community, comfort, and history convinced us to stay. Norwalk simply has everything - schools for all stages of life, fast food and upscale restaurants, family-friendly parks, nightlife, long-term residences and up-and-coming apartment buildings, etc. Norwalk is a short train ride away from bigger and busier cities like Stamford, Greenwich, and New York. Recently, it seems like Norwalk has attracted young and middle-aged adults who are trying to establish their independence but someday hope to build a family life of their own. It is not a town to retire to, but one that is perfect to grow up in.... Read 229 reviews

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• Population 90,821

• Neighborhood in Stamford, CT

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  Rating 3.63 out of 5  8 reviews

Niche User: I love going out downtown and eating and also just going to the stores. There is also a movie theater nearby and so I can always find things to do. Unfortunately, it's a bit cold....... Read 8 reviews

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• Population 12,818

• Suburb of Hartford, CT

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  Rating 3.27 out of 5  179 reviews

Current Resident: Amazing experience. Love the environment, the people. Great place to live. Very family friendly environment. Night life is excellent, so many places to enjoy a night out with friends and family. Good restaurants amazing food and drinks. Very affordable rentals. Colleges are amazing as well. So many different colleges to choose from.... Read 179 reviews

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• Population 74,022

• Neighborhood in Hartford, CT

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• Population 1,916

• Neighborhood in Hartford, CT

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  Rating 3.29 out of 5  7 reviews

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• Population 10,732

• City in Connecticut

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  Rating 3.46 out of 5  170 reviews

Current Resident: I was born and raised in the City of Hartford. And, as I begin my 6th steady year of employment in CT's capital, I still enjoy Hartford. Over the past few years, CT has worked hard to expand public transportation. The public school system has transformed tremendously - even the public high schools have specific tracts for learning and development. Hartford County offers great eats - just check out YELP!... Read 170 reviews

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• Population 121,562

• Neighborhood in Stamford, CT

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  5 reviews

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• Population 4,942

• Neighborhood in New Haven, CT

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  Rating 3.38 out of 5  13 reviews

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• Population 4,825

Current Resident: Hamden is a smaller, quant town located right next to New Haven, Connecticut. It has a small-town feel while still being close to surrounding cities, towns, and universities. It offers a variety of different job opportunities and supports different lifestyles. It also provides proximity to several parks and beaches, including East Rock Park. Overall, it is a town that is complimentary to any life stage and goals whether a young student or a settling down family.... Read 130 reviews

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• Population 61,160