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| The median income for a household in the town is $66,698, and the median income for a family is $79,189. Males have a median income of $52,096 versus $35,188 for females. The ] for the town is $28,171. 3.6% of the population and 1.8% of families are below the ]. Out of the total population, 2.5% of those under the age of 18 and 6.2% of those 65 and older are living below the poverty line. | The median income for a household in the town is $66,698, and the median income for a family is $79,189. Males have a median income of $52,096 versus $35,188 for females. The ] for the town is $28,171. 3.6% of the population and 1.8% of families are below the ]. Out of the total population, 2.5% of those under the age of 18 and 6.2% of those 65 and older are living below the poverty line. | ||
| ==Miscellaneous Information== | |||
| Suffield is home to a private school known as 'Suffield Academy,' a presitigious-looking school on the top of a high spot in the town. During the months between September and May, the campus can be seen filled with students in formal dresscode, ranging in age from 15-18 years old. During the evening, however, the students don't usually wear dresscode, and can be seen frequently near CVS, Subway, Cheng's Gourmet, Pacifica, or Highland Park Market. During the summer, especially during july, students can also be seen, however, not in dresscode, and ranging from 12-17 years of age. Most of these students are foreign and very rarely speak English. | |||
| There is a sense of animosity between the students and faculty of Suffield Academy towards the people who live in Suffield ('townies' as they're called) It would be wise not to wander on campus without purpose, especially if you have a pet with you. If the campus feels empty when you're on it, you're probably on during classes. It would be wise not to make much noise. During the winter, the hill with a bell on top can be used for sledding when it snows enough. But once again, if you're a stranger to the academy, be wary. Academy students are usually pretty nice, unless you're rude or arrogant to them. | |||
| Do not, under any circumstances ring the Bell at the top of the hill, unless you're a student. In which case, you'll know when ringing it is appropriate. If you do ring it, though, rest assured that no student will do anything to stop you, as they are notoriously cowardly and fearful of people who realize their school is not very strong, academically or athletically. | |||
| Do not skateboard on the sidewalks of Suffield Academy, or Enter any of the dorm buildings, unless you're a student or faculty. | |||
| == External links == | == External links == | ||
Revision as of 01:45, 9 January 2005
Suffield is a town located in Hartford County, Connecticut. As of the 2000 census, the town had a total population of 13,552.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 111.2 km² (42.9 mi²). 109.3 km² (42.2 mi²) of it is land and 1.9 km² (0.7 mi²) of it is water. The total area is 1.68% water.
Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there are 13,552 people, 4,660 households, and 3,350 families residing in the town. The population density is 124.0/km² (321.0/mi²). There are 4,853 housing units at an average density of 44.4/km² (115.0/mi²). The racial makeup of the town is 88.67% White, 6.95% African American, 0.24% Native American, 0.94% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, 2.03% from other races, and 1.13% from two or more races. 4.25% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
There are 4,660 households out of which 32.8% have children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.2% are married couples living together, 6.9% have a female householder with no husband present, and 28.1% are non-families. 23.3% of all households are made up of individuals and 11.6% have someone living alone who is 65 years of age or older. The average household size is 2.55 and the average family size is 3.04.
In the town the population is spread out with 22.1% under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 31.7% from 25 to 44, 24.1% from 45 to 64, and 14.1% who are 65 years of age or older. The median age is 39 years. For every 100 females there are 116.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there are 121.1 males.
The median income for a household in the town is $66,698, and the median income for a family is $79,189. Males have a median income of $52,096 versus $35,188 for females. The per capita income for the town is $28,171. 3.6% of the population and 1.8% of families are below the poverty line. Out of the total population, 2.5% of those under the age of 18 and 6.2% of those 65 and older are living below the poverty line.