| ZIP Code | 06001 |
|---|---|
| City | Avon |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| County | Capitol Region County |
| Area Code | 860/959 |
| Elevation | 293 ft |
| Latitude | 41.79404 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.85398 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 09110 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.44 |
| Below Poverty | 4.6% ▼ 54% below avg |
| College Grads | 76.4% ▲ 97% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 9% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 92 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,321 (10.2%) |
| Some College | 528 (4.1%) |
| Associates | 1,118 (8.6%) |
| Bachelors | 605 (4.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,309 (71.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $151,033 ▲ 98% above avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $456,900 ▲ 64% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,774/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,238 |
| Vacant Units | 479 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,238 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 479 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
ZIP code 06001 is located in Avon, Connecticut, within Capitol Region County. With a population of 19,157, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.6 years. Economically, 06001 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $151,033 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 06001 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $456,900 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,774 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 21% since 2019.
The population of 06001 is primarily White (73.47%). Residents are highly educated — 76.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.6%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 06001 stands at 4.4%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 29% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 62%.
Overall, ZIP code 06001 in Avon, CT is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 19,157 residents, a median household income of $151,033, and a median home value of $456,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Connecticut.