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New Haven County

CT

New Haven County, CT · County profile

864,835people

Median Income
$65,680
Median Home Value
$265,400
Land Area
605sq 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 The figures on this page come from an earlier Census release and are no longer updated.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: South Central Connecticut Planning Region · Naugatuck Valley Planning Region

Market now

Population trend

Businesses

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate
13.80%
Unemployment
5.60%
College Educated
36.80%
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
$65,680
Mean Household Income
$75,532

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

Irish15.6%
Italian15.4%
German14.9%
English10.8%
French8.7%
Polish5.7%
Mexican4.9%
Scottish3.4%
African0.9%

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

18.5%Foreign Born
81.5%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized8.4%
Non-Citizen8.2%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later29.4%
Before 201070.6%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (earlier release) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units
32,169
Median Rent
$1,389/mo
Median Home Value
$265,400
Median Year Built
1966

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

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

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled
172,330
College Enrollment
43.8%
High School
92.7%
College Educated
36.8%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

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

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time
35.3 min
Drive Alone Rate
78.7%
Public Transit
2.1%
Work From Home
7.9%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

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

Age Distribution

Under 18
17.3%
18-34 Years
21.5%
35-64 Years
40.6%
65+ Years
20.6%

Population Composition

Under 1817.3%
18-3421.5%
35-6440.6%
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
39.9%
Single Parent
11.7%
Living Alone
26.7%
Avg Size
2.78

Household Types

Married Couples39.9%
Single Parent11.7%
Living Alone26.7%

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
$37,273
SNAP Usage
13.2%
Health Insurance
79.8%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k17.9%
$25k - $50k15.8%
$50k - $100k32.7%
$100k+33.5%

Key Industries

Manufacturing
1.0%
Retail Trade
10.8%
Education & Health Care
7.4%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (earlier release) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

12.0%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

79.8%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
88.7%vs ~90% National Avg
Computer Ownership
93.3%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
104.6
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
109.6
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

New Haven

06510
Population134,349
Median Household Income$56,851

Waterbury

06702
Population114,869
Median Household Income$51,886

Census Tracts

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