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Fairfield County

CT

Fairfield County, CT · County profile

945,438people

Median Income
$92,580
Median Home Value
$485,600
Land Area
625sq mi

Connecticut replaced its counties with planning regions for Census statistics in 2022. The figures on this page come from an earlier Census release and are no longer updated.

Current figures for this area: Western Connecticut Planning Region · Greater Bridgeport Planning Region

Market now

Population trend

Businesses

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate
8.40%
Unemployment
4.40%
College Educated
48.60%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (earlier release) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (earlier release) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income
$92,580
Mean Household Income
$106,467

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (earlier release) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male
0.0%
Female
0.0%

Population Split

No sex distribution data available.

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (earlier release) • Table S0101

Ancestry

Italian17.6%
German14.5%
Irish14.0%
English11.4%
French9.7%
Polish8.2%
Mexican6.9%
Scottish3.7%
African1.0%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (earlier release) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

12.6%Foreign Born
87.4%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized8.1%
Non-Citizen8.2%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later41.3%
Before 201058.7%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (earlier release) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units
37,364
Median Rent
$1,358/mo
Median Home Value
$485,600
Median Year Built
1974

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (earlier release) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled
175,703
College Enrollment
40.6%
High School
92.3%
College Educated
48.6%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (earlier release) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time
34.4 min
Drive Alone Rate
79.4%
Public Transit
0.6%
Work From Home
9.0%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (earlier release) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18
20.2%
18-34 Years
21.6%
35-64 Years
37.7%
65+ Years
20.6%

Population Composition

Under 1820.2%
18-3421.6%
35-6437.7%
65+20.6%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (earlier release) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples
52.3%
Single Parent
3.4%
Living Alone
30.3%
Avg Size
2.14

Household Types

Married Couples52.3%
Single Parent3.4%
Living Alone30.3%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (earlier release) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income
$33,579
SNAP Usage
12.2%
Health Insurance
89.1%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k17.9%
$25k - $50k25.3%
$50k - $100k28.9%
$100k+28.0%

Key Industries

Manufacturing
5.1%
Retail Trade
7.0%
Education & Health Care
16.1%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (earlier release) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

15.2%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

89.1%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (earlier release) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet
82.4%vs ~90% National Avg
Computer Ownership
82.4%vs ~95% National Avg
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (earlier release) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better
106.9
0130
Below average< 97
Near average97 - 103
Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better
84.5
0200
Hard to Afford< 80
Moderate80 - 100
Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

Top Locations by Median Household Income

Locations in County

Bridgeport

06604
Population149,153
Median Household Income$58,685

Stamford

06901
Population137,144
Median Household Income$111,586

Census Tracts

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Dive deeper into Fairfield County's demographic and economic data at the census tract level. Census tracts provide granular insights into local communities.