| ZIP Code | 06259 |
|---|---|
| City | Pomfret Center |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| County | Northeastern Connecticut County |
| Area Code | 959 |
| Elevation | 519 ft |
| Latitude | 41.871502 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.987646 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 09150 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.4 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 5.8% ▼ 42% below avg |
| College Grads | 53.0% ▲ 37% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.6% ▲ 15% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 11 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 562 (18.6%) |
| Some College | 352 (11.7%) |
| Associates | 494 (16.4%) |
| Bachelors | 179 (5.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,418 (47%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $105,970 ▲ 39% above avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $389,500 ▲ 40% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,321/mo ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,838 |
| Vacant Units | 103 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,838 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 103 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
ZIP code 06259 is located in Pomfret Center, Connecticut, within Northeastern Connecticut County. With a population of 4,455, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.4 years. Economically, 06259 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $105,970 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 06259 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $389,500 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,321 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 06259 is primarily White (89.36%). Residents are well-educated — 53.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.8%. Household income has grown by 12% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 06259 stands at 5.6%, which is near the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 06259 in Pomfret Center, CT is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,455 residents, a median household income of $105,970, and a median home value of $389,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Connecticut.