| ZIP Code | 06247 |
|---|---|
| City | Hampton |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| County | Northeastern Connecticut County |
| Area Code | 860/959 |
| Elevation | 560 ft |
| Latitude | 41.767801 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.075026 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 09150 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.46 |
| Below Poverty | 6.7% ▼ 33% below avg |
| College Grads | 41.9% ▲ 8% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.2% ▲ 27% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 8 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 458 (28.6%) |
| Some College | 227 (14.2%) |
| Associates | 238 (14.9%) |
| Bachelors | 166 (10.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 504 (31.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $110,234 ▲ 44% above avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $283,300 ≈ Avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,262/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,003 |
| Vacant Units | 76 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.46 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,003 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 76 |
| Owner Occupied | 91.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 8.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.46 |
ZIP code 06247 is located in Hampton, Connecticut, within Northeastern Connecticut County. With a population of 2,286, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.6 years. Economically, 06247 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $110,234 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 06247 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $283,300 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,262 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 91.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 23% since 2019.
The population of 06247 is primarily White (92.30%). Residents are well-educated — 41.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.7%. Household income has grown by 38% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 06247 stands at 6.2%, which is above the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 06247 in Hampton, CT is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,286 residents, a median household income of $110,234, and a median home value of $283,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Connecticut.