William W Backus Hospital is a 187-bed hospital in Norwich, CT — .
Against the national average, Connecticut runs utilities 46% above and housing 17% above. (Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities, Connecticut, 2024.)
| Category | vs. national average |
|---|---|
| Overall | 4% above |
| Housing | 17% above |
| Utilities | 46% above |
| Groceries and goods | 3% below |
| Services | 3% above |
HUD fair market rent for a two-bedroom in Norwich is $1,500 a month (2025, utilities included); a one-bedroom is $1,220.
Connecticut taxes wage income.
2 traveler listings in Norwich, CT.
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| Facility | City | Open | Median advertised weekly | Beds | 2BR fair market rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yale-new Haven Hospital | New Haven | 94 | $2,562 | 1,340 | $1,950 |
| Bridgeport Hospital | Bridgeport | 14 | $2,525 | 390 | $1,890 |
| St Francis Hospital & Medical Center | Hartford | 3 | $1,653 | 413 | $1,540 |
| Hartford Hospital | Hartford | 0 | — | 723 | $1,540 |
1 travel nurse review, 4.5★ overall.
| Category | Rating out of 5 |
|---|---|
| Overall | 4.5 |
| Culture | 5.0 |
| Management | 5.0 |
| Safety | 4.0 |
| Workload | 4.0 |
Pros: E3 PCU 3:1, tele mostly 5:1 and they actively prevent 6:1 with a written form. Never floated, there is a dedicated float team. Dedicated PCU CNA. Manager takes patients when short and transports to CT…
Cons: Night med-surg reportedly hits 7:1 at times. Some staff on 8s so float travelers move at the 8 hour mark. Cafeteria closes early. Prophecy and written tests at orientation. Housing expensive.