Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT Metro Area

Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT · Metro Area

1,153,112Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 2 counties, part of the New Haven-Hartford-Waterbury, CT combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $95,118
Median home value: $333,500
Land area: 1,451 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Capitol Planning Region, CT	Central	977,290	$93,394	$323,700
Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region, CT	Central	175,822	$104,428	$379,700

Largest cities and towns

106 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Hartford (Town), CT	Town	121,127	$46,411
Hartford, CT	City	121,127	$46,411
New Britain, CT	City	74,223	$58,613
New Britain (Town), CT	Town	74,223	$58,613
West Hartford (CDP), CT	CDP	63,620	$129,890
West Hartford, CT	Town	63,620	$129,890
Manchester, CT	Town	59,635	$86,840
East Hartford, CT	Town	50,918	$70,778
East Hartford (CDP), CT	CDP	50,918	$70,778
Middletown, CT	City	47,958	$79,438
Middletown (Town), CT	Town	47,958	$79,438
Southington, CT	Town	43,803	$124,309
Enfield, CT	Town	41,090	$90,404
Manchester (CDP), CT	CDP	36,759	$74,267
Glastonbury, CT	Town	35,293	$157,192
Newington, CT	Town	30,896	$102,884
Newington (CDP), CT	CDP	30,896	$102,884
Vernon, CT	Town	30,577	$85,356
Windsor, CT	Town	29,468	$104,725
Wethersfield, CT	Town	27,250	$126,806
Wethersfield (CDP), CT	CDP	27,250	$126,806
Farmington, CT	Town	27,134	$141,120
South Windsor, CT	Town	26,907	$144,961
Mansfield, CT	Town	25,358	$72,393
Simsbury, CT	Town	25,066	$157,907

Also in the New Haven-Hartford-Waterbury, CT combined area

New Haven, CT · metro · 570,598 Waterbury-Shelton, CT · metro · 454,969 Norwich-New London-Willimantic, CT · metro · 279,971 Torrington, CT · micro · 113,216 Putnam, CT · micro · 96,312

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Unemployment

College Educated

42.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$95,118

Mean Household Income

$127,866

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

49.1%

Female

50.9%

Population Split

Male49.1%

Female50.9%

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 (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

Irish14.0%

Italian13.8%

English9.1%

Polish8.4%

German7.9%

French4.7%

Scottish1.6%

African1.2%

Mexican1.0%

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 (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

14.2%Foreign Born

85.8%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized59.8%

Non-Citizen40.2%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later32.7%

Before 201067.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

499,522

Median Rent

$1,416/mo

Median Home Value

$333,500

Median Year Built

1967

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

277,521

College Enrollment

24.9%

High School

21.5%

College Educated

42.7%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

24.0 min

Drive Alone Rate

70.0%

Public Transit

2.5%

Work From Home

16.9%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.6%

18-34 Years

22.7%

35-64 Years

39.0%

65+ Years

18.7%

Population Composition

Under 1819.6%

18-3422.7%

35-6439.0%

65+18.7%

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 (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

45.7%

Single Parent

6.2%

Living Alone

30.1%

Avg Size

2.39

Household Types

Married Couples45.7%

Single Parent6.2%

Living Alone30.1%

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 (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$52,245

SNAP Usage

12.1%

Health Insurance

95.7%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k12.7%

$25k - $50k13.8%

$50k - $100k26.0%

$100k+47.6%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

11.0%

Retail Trade

10.4%

Education & Health Care

26.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

12.3%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

95.7%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 (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

91.7%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

95.4%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

102.8

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

149.4

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)

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