| ZIP Code | 06037 |
|---|---|
| City | Berlin |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| County | Capitol Region County |
| Area Code | 860/959 |
| Elevation | 240 ft |
| Latitude | 41.605451 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.778497 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 09110 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 4.8% ▼ 52% below avg |
| College Grads | 56.3% ▲ 45% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.8% ▼ 64% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 248 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,994 (23.3%) |
| Some College | 980 (7.6%) |
| Associates | 1,390 (10.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,410 (11%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,804 (45.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $110,443 ▲ 45% above avg ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $345,600 ▲ 24% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,429/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,894 |
| Vacant Units | 222 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,894 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 222 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 18.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
ZIP code 06037 is located in Berlin, Connecticut, within Capitol Region County. With a population of 18,754, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.9 years. Economically, 06037 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $110,443 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 06037 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $345,600 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,429 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 21% since 2019.
The population of 06037 is primarily White (85.50%). Residents are well-educated — 56.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.8%. Household income has grown by 7% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 06037 stands at 1.8%, which is well below the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 06037 in Berlin, CT is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 18,754 residents, a median household income of $110,443, and a median home value of $345,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Connecticut.