The Hartford Region’s Rankings

Living and Thriving in CT

Connecticut offers exceptional quality of life, leading in education, healthcare, and opportunities for families. With top rankings in internet access, college readiness, and healthcare services, it’s a state where individuals and families can truly thrive.

  • US News and World Report – Top States Rankings 2024:

    • #2 for access to Gigabit Internet

    • #3 for internet access

    • #3 Health Care overall

    • Top Ten Hospital Quality

    • #8 or Top Ten State for Education overall

    • #3 for Pre-K through 12 Education

    • #1 College Readiness

    • #3 Preschool Enrollment

    • #4 NAEP Reading Scores

    • #6 for Young Population Growth

    • #1 for Top Company’s HQ

    • Top 5 for Patent Creation Rate

    • Top 5 for Public Safety

    • Top 5 for Business Environment

  • Bank Rate: Best Places for First-Time Homebuyers – 2023:

    • Hartford - #7 or Top Ten for Affordability

  • Commonwealth Funds 2023 Scorecard on State Health Systems:

    • CT #6 overall

    • #8 for access and affordability

    • #7 for preventative care

    • #7 for healthy lives

    • #5 for Reproductive care and Women’s Health

    • Top Ten for income disparity and Racial and Ethnic Equity

Doing Business in CT

With a highly skilled workforce, superior infrastructure, and strong support for innovation, Connecticut stands out as a top destination for business. The state ranks high for business environment, patent creation, and is a leader in aerospace and telework opportunities.

  • CNBC Best States for Business - 2024:

    • 4th overall for Education

    • 9th overall for Quality of Life

    • 2nd overall among New England States

    • 2nd best infrastructure among NE states

    • 1st ranking for workforce among NE states

    • 2nd best for Economy among NE states

    • 2nd best for Quality of Life among NE states

    • 2nd best for Education among NE states

    • 3rd ranking for best Education among peer IFS States

    • 3rd ranking for best Access to Capital among NE states

    • 3rd ranking for best Cost of Living among NE States

  • Aerospace Industries Association 2023:

    • Rank #3 for Employment

    • Rank #3 for Industry Revenue

    • Rank #4 or Top 5 for Value-added

  • Best Places – Best Places for Telework 2023:

    • Hartford #3 for Medium-sized metros