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Naugatuck Valley Planning Region, Connecticut in numbers: crime, income, hazards
Naugatuck Valley Planning Region averaged 1.5 reported violent crimes per 1,000 residents a year in 2021-2025, close to the Connecticut rate (1.4). The median household earns $86,191 and the unemployment rate was 5.5% in August 2026. It is home to roughly 454,969 residents.
Last updated . Crime: FBI 2021-2025. Income and housing: Census ACS 2020-2024. Unemployment: BLS August 2026. Road work: October 11, 2026.
Also on the map: income · hazard risk · Superfund · dams
What is the crime rate in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region?
From 2021 through 2025, Naugatuck Valley Planning Region averaged 577 reported violent crimes a year, along with 6,305 property crimes. That is 1.5 violent crimes per 1,000 residents, close to the Connecticut rate (1.4), and 60% lower than the U.S. rate (3.7). Property crime ran at 16.1 per 1,000, against 14.2 statewide. CDC death records show about 17 homicide deaths a year in the county (3.8 per 100,000), a count that includes cases police may classify differently.
| Offense (yearly average, 2021-2025) | Naugatuck Valley Planning Region | Per 1,000 | Connecticut per 1,000 | U.S. per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violent crime | 577 | 1.5 | 1.4 | 3.7 |
| Murder | 16 | 0.04 | 0.03 | 0.06 |
| Rape | 81 | 0.21 | 0.20 | 0.40 |
| Robbery | 195 | 0.50 | 0.42 | 0.62 |
| Aggravated assault | 285 | 0.73 | 0.79 | 2.6 |
| Property crime | 6,305 | 16.1 | 14.2 | 18.1 |
| Burglary | 575 | 1.5 | 1.2 | 2.4 |
| Larceny-theft | 4,544 | 11.6 | 10.8 | 13.0 |
| Motor vehicle theft | 1,186 | 3.0 | 2.2 | 2.6 |
Most crime never reaches the police, so these are reported crimes, a floor rather than the full count. In 2024 about half of violent crimes (48%) and about 3 in 10 property crimes (31%) were reported to police (U.S. Justice Department, National Crime Victimization Survey). Rates also depend on how completely each agency reports to the FBI. County figures add up the city police and sheriff reports in the county (13 agencies; 86% of residents covered).
What is the median household income in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region?
Half of households in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region make more than $86,191 and half make less; across Connecticut the midpoint is $95,781. Owner-occupied homes have a median value of $317,700, and the median rent is $1,330 a month. 14.5% of households received SNAP benefits in the past year (state: 11.8%). The newest monthly figure from the Bureau of Labor Statistics is 5.5% for August 2026 (preliminary), with 12,759 people out of work and looking.
| Census ACS 2020-2024 | Naugatuck Valley Planning Region | Connecticut | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 454,969 | 3,624,508 | 334,922,499 |
| Median household income | $86,191 | $95,781 | $80,734 |
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $317,700 | $366,900 | $332,700 |
| Median gross rent | $1,330 | $1,488 | $1,413 |
| Unemployment rate (2020-2024 average) | 6.0% | 5.6% | 5.2% |
| People below the poverty line | 11.2% | 10.0% | 12.5% |
| Households receiving SNAP (food stamps) | 14.5% | 11.8% | 12.1% |
| Adults 25+ with a bachelor's degree or higher | 33.8% | 42.5% | 35.7% |
| Homeowner households | 68.6% | 66.5% | 65.2% |
| Median age | 41.8 | 41.1 | 38.9 |
| Households with broadband internet | 90.8% | 92.2% | 91.0% |
| People without health insurance | 4.8% | 5.4% | 8.4% |
What natural hazards and environmental sites are in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region?
On FEMA's National Risk Index, Naugatuck Valley Planning Region has an overall natural-hazard risk rating of “Relatively Moderate”. Among the hazards we show, the highest-rated are river flooding (Relatively High) and hurricanes (Relatively High). The index compares counties with each other and also weighs how vulnerable and resilient a community is, so it is a long-run estimate, not a forecast.
Superfund sites
3 Superfund sites are on or proposed for EPA's National Priorities List in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region: Scovill Industrial Landfill, Beacon Heights Landfill and Laurel Park, Inc.. 2 other sites have finished cleanup and been taken off the list. A listing means EPA is managing a long-term cleanup; it does not by itself mean anyone is exposed today.
High-hazard dams
The National Inventory of Dams lists 46 high-hazard dams in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region. 4 are rated Poor or Unsatisfactory in condition, 36 Satisfactory or Fair. Tallest on the list: Shepaug (138 ft) and Black Rock Dam (130 ft). “High hazard” describes what lies downstream (people would probably die if the dam failed), not how likely the dam is to fail.
Industrial chemical releases
43 facilities in the county filed Toxics Release Inventory reports for 2024, together reporting 767,263 pounds of listed chemicals released on site. Reported releases are legal permitted amounts in most cases.
Disasters, air and water
Naugatuck Valley Planning Region was covered by 4 federal major disaster declarations from 2016 through 2025 (Hurricane 2, Severe Storm 1, Tornado 1), not counting COVID-19. EPA air monitors logged 12 days in 2024 when the air quality index reached “unhealthy for sensitive groups” or worse. Of 31 community water systems, 4 had an open health-based drinking-water violation in EPA's records (September 2026). EPA puts the county in radon zone 1 (highest).
Is there road construction in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region?
Naugatuck Valley Planning Region had 6 highway work zones in the October 11, 2026 feed from the state DOT (5 active that day). Where crews are working: I-84, CT-69 and CT 72. 2 are on interstates. The map's construction layer is refreshed every morning.
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How many schools, nursing homes and parks are in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region?
Federal school lists show 119 public and 20 private schools in the county. 22 nursing homes are certified by Medicare or Medicaid here; star ratings for each are on the map and on Medicare's Care Compare. USGS mapping shows 57 fire or EMS stations and 19 police or sheriff stations. 9 state parks or recreation areas: Black Rock State Park, Farmington Canal Line State Park, George C. Waldo State Park, Indian Well State Park and Kettletown State Park and 4 more.
Gun shops, liquor stores and Planned Parenthood in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region
Gun shops
9 gun shops with a public storefront are on the map in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region (7 from the ATF licensee list, 2 from OpenStreetMap), plus 62 more licensed dealers without a public storefront (not shown). On the ATF list: Arcana Arms (Waterbury), Blue Cord Firearms LLC (Oxford), Mickey Guns LLC (Oxford), P&G Firearms (Watertown), Seymour Fish & Game Club INC (Oxford), Tactical X (Cheshire) and Wolf's Indoor Range & Shooting Center (Bristol).
Liquor stores
163 liquor stores are on the map in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region: 1st Class Wine And Spirits (Prospect), 84 East Wine & Liquor (Waterbury), A & R Package Store (Terryville), A&E Liquors (Wolcott), Albies Package Store (Thomaston), Andrews Package Store (Thomaston), Ansonia Wine & Liquor (Ansonia), Arora Liquor & Wine (Waterbury) and 155 more.
Planned Parenthood
One Planned Parenthood health center is on the map in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region: Planned Parenthood Waterbury (Waterbury).
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Sources: ATF licensee list (Sept 2026); state liquor licence lists, OpenStreetMap and Overture Maps (non-official); HHS Title X directory and CMS NPPES.
Common questions
What is the crime rate in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region?
Naugatuck Valley Planning Region averaged 577 reported violent crimes a year in 2021-2025, or 1.5 per 1,000 residents, close to the Connecticut rate (1.4). The property-crime rate was 16.1 per 1,000 (FBI Uniform Crime Reporting).
What is the median household income in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region?
$86,191 (Census American Community Survey, 2020-2024 average), compared with $95,781 for Connecticut and $80,734 nationally.
What is the unemployment rate in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region?
The newest monthly figure from the Bureau of Labor Statistics is 5.5% for August 2026 (preliminary), with 12,759 people out of work and looking.
What natural hazards affect Naugatuck Valley Planning Region?
On FEMA's National Risk Index, Naugatuck Valley Planning Region has an overall natural-hazard risk rating of “Relatively Moderate”. Among the hazards we show, the highest-rated are river flooding (Relatively High) and hurricanes (Relatively High).
Are there Superfund sites in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region?
3 Superfund sites are on or proposed for EPA's National Priorities List in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region: Scovill Industrial Landfill, Beacon Heights Landfill and Laurel Park, Inc.. 2 other sites have finished cleanup and been taken off the list.
Is there road construction in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region right now?
Naugatuck Valley Planning Region had 6 highway work zones in the October 11, 2026 feed from the state DOT (5 active that day). Where crews are working: I-84, CT-69 and CT 72. 2 are on interstates.
How many nursing homes are in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region?
22 Medicare- or Medicaid-certified nursing homes (CMS provider data, September 2026).
How does Naugatuck Valley Planning Region compare with neighboring counties?
| County | Population | Violent crimes per 1,000 (2021-25) | Median household income |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitol Planning Region | 977,290 | 1.8 | $93,394 |
| Greater Bridgeport Planning Region | 329,259 | 2.1 | $89,667 |
| Northwest Hills Planning Region | 113,216 | 0.82 | $93,551 |
| South Central Connecticut Planning Region | 570,598 | 2.4 | $88,197 |
| Western Connecticut Planning Region | 627,071 | 0.90 | $128,188 |
Cities in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region with their own page: Waterbury, Bristol.
More: Connecticut statewide numbers · Sex-offender registry search (U.S. Justice Department, NSOPW)
Where do these numbers come from?
- Crime: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting 2021-2025 (agency level, Return A), averaged and summed by county by Map the Block; Census population; state and national rates: FBI estimated crimes 2021-2025.
- Income, housing, education: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year, table B19013 (median household income) and related tables.
- Monthly unemployment: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Local Area Unemployment Statistics (LAUS), county data, not seasonally adjusted. Public domain.
- Hazards: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (December 2025), county scores; disasters: FEMA OpenFEMA Disaster Declarations Summaries.
- Superfund: U.S. EPA, Superfund site boundaries and NPL status (October 2026). Dams: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, National Inventory of Dams (public map service, October 2026). Chemical releases: U.S. EPA Toxics Release Inventory, reporting year 2024 (basic data file).
- Air and water: U.S. EPA AirData, annual AQI by county 2024; EPA Air Quality Design Values 2023-2025 (June 2026); U.S. EPA SDWIS via ECHO drinking-water download (September 30, 2026). Traffic deaths: NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) 2024; Census population.
- Work zones: State departments of transportation, via the U.S. DOT Work Zone Data Exchange (WZDx) and state 511 feeds; refreshed every morning (snapshot October 11, 2026).
- Schools: National Center for Education Statistics, EDGE public school locations 2024-25; budgets: U.S. Census Bureau, Annual Survey of School System Finances, fiscal year 2024; National Center for Education Statistics, EDGE Private School geocodes (Private School Survey 2023-24). Nursing homes: U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Nursing Home Provider Information and Penalties (September 2026). Stations: U.S. Geological Survey, National Structures Dataset (Fire Stations/EMS Stations), October 2026 pull.
- Parks: USGS Protected Areas Database of the U.S. (PAD-US 4.1); state park agencies' open data (CA, NY, PA, TN, TX, FL, NJ, KY, HI, UT, MT and others); OpenStreetMap contributors for some hours, phones, fees and camping; U.S. National Park Service: unit boundaries (Land Resources Division), Acreage Report (Sept 30, 2026), park pages on nps.gov (hours, fees), Visitor Use Statistics (2025).
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