| ZIP Code | 06040 |
|---|---|
| City | Manchester |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| County | Capitol Region County |
| Area Code | 860/959 |
| Elevation | 188 ft |
| Latitude | 41.761415 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.525608 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 09110 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 13.8% ▲ 38% above avg |
| College Grads | 47.8% ▲ 23% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 202 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,073 (29.6%) |
| Some College | 2,777 (11.6%) |
| Associates | 2,414 (10.1%) |
| Bachelors | 2,514 (10.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,900 (37.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $84,741 ▲ 11% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $238,900 ▼ 14% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,361/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,550 |
| Vacant Units | 858 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,550 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 858 |
| Owner Occupied | 54.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 45.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 06040 is located in Manchester, Connecticut, within Capitol Region County. With a population of 36,171, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.9 years. Economically, 06040 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $84,741 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 06040 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $238,900 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,361 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (54.1%) and renters (45.9%). Median home values have increased by 21% since 2019.
The population of 06040 is majority White (53.43%). Residents are well-educated — 47.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.8%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 06040 stands at 5.2%, which is near the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 06040 in Manchester, CT is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 36,171 residents, a median household income of $84,741, and a median home value of $238,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Connecticut.