| ZIP Code | 06278 |
|---|---|
| City | Ashford |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| County | Northeastern Connecticut County |
| Area Code | 959 |
| Elevation | 457 ft |
| Latitude | 41.897123 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.171427 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 09150 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.9 yrs ↓ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.31 |
| Below Poverty | 4.7% ▼ 53% below avg |
| College Grads | 44.4% ▲ 15% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.3% ▲ 49% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 4 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,181 (38.6%) |
| Some College | 276 (9%) |
| Associates | 238 (7.8%) |
| Bachelors | 222 (7.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,136 (37.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $127,969 ▲ 68% above avg ↑ 81% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $315,700 ▲ 13% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,230/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,112 |
| Vacant Units | 241 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,112 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 241 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 18.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
ZIP code 06278 is located in Ashford, Connecticut, within Northeastern Connecticut County. With a population of 4,345, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.9 years. Economically, 06278 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $127,969 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 06278 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $315,700 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,230 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 06278 is primarily White (88.75%). Residents are well-educated — 44.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.7%. Household income has grown by 81% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 06278 stands at 7.3%, which is above the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 06278 in Ashford, CT is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,345 residents, a median household income of $127,969, and a median home value of $315,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Connecticut.