New Haven, CT Metro Area

New Haven, CT · Metro Area

570,598Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 1 county, 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: $88,197
Median home value: $353,100
Land area: 367 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
South Central Connecticut Planning Region, CT	Central	570,598	$88,197	$353,100

Largest cities and towns

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

Place	Type	Population	Median income
New Haven (Town), CT	Town	134,349	$56,851
New Haven, CT	City	134,349	$56,851
Hamden, CT	Town	61,045	$98,306
Meriden, CT	City	60,545	$71,253
Meriden (Town), CT	Town	60,545	$71,253
West Haven (Town), CT	Town	55,351	$74,382
West Haven, CT	City	55,351	$74,382
Milford (Town), CT	Town	52,684	$110,669
Milford, CT	City	51,023	$111,201
Wallingford, CT	Town	44,362	$104,773
Branford, CT	Town	28,217	$105,225
East Haven (CDP), CT	CDP	27,806	$94,628
East Haven, CT	Town	27,806	$94,628
North Haven, CT	Town	24,336	$132,689
North Haven (CDP), CT	CDP	24,336	$132,689
Guilford, CT	Town	22,108	$137,816
Wallingford Center, CT	CDP	18,208	$89,959
Madison, CT	Town	17,616	$167,442
Orange (CDP), CT	CDP	14,315	$142,325
Orange, CT	Town	14,315	$142,325
North Branford, CT	Town	13,503	$108,032
Woodbridge, CT	Town	9,073	$188,750
Branford Center, CT	CDP	6,305	$74,150
Bethany, CT	Town	5,288	$166,236
Guilford Center, CT	CDP	2,263	$82,273

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

Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT · metro · 1,153,112 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

11.4%

Unemployment

College Educated

42%

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

$88,197

Mean Household Income

$121,469

Income Distribution

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

Sex Distribution

Male

48.3%

Female

51.7%

Population Split

Male48.3%

Female51.7%

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

Italian19.0%

Irish14.2%

German7.1%

English7.1%

Polish5.3%

Mexican2.8%

French2.4%

African1.6%

Scottish1.2%

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

13.7%Foreign Born

86.3%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized52.8%

Non-Citizen47.2%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later34.8%

Before 201065.2%

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

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

248,267

Median Rent

$1,525/mo

Median Home Value

$353,100

Median Year Built

1964

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

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

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

143,168

College Enrollment

27.0%

High School

20.0%

College Educated

42.0%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

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

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

23.5 min

Drive Alone Rate

69.4%

Public Transit

3.0%

Work From Home

14.3%

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

23.6%

35-64 Years

38.2%

65+ Years

18.6%

Population Composition

Under 1819.6%

18-3423.6%

35-6438.2%

65+18.6%

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 (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

42.1%

Single Parent

6.6%

Living Alone

31.2%

Avg Size

2.38

Household Types

Married Couples42.1%

Single Parent6.6%

Living Alone31.2%

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

$49,766

SNAP Usage

13.5%

Health Insurance

95.1%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k14.3%

$25k - $50k15.0%

$50k - $100k25.6%

$100k+45.0%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

10.2%

Retail Trade

9.8%

Education & Health Care

33.4%

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

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

11.9%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

95.1%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 (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

92.4%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

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

131.6

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)

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