| ZIP Code | 06282 |
|---|---|
| City | Woodstock Valley |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| County | Northeastern Connecticut County |
| Area Code | 860/959 |
| Elevation | 652 ft |
| Latitude | 41.94887 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.08482 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 09150 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 65.2 yrs ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.63 |
| Below Poverty | 6.0% ▼ 40% below avg |
| College Grads | 54.7% ▲ 41% above avg |
| Unemployment | 8.7% ▲ 78% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 177 (21.7%) |
| Some College | 42 (5.1%) |
| Associates | 151 (18.5%) |
| Bachelors | 74 (9.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 372 (45.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $91,379 ▲ 20% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $333,300 ▲ 20% above avg ↑ 65% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 586 |
| Vacant Units | 34 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.63 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 586 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 34 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 18.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.63 |
ZIP code 06282 is located in Woodstock Valley, Connecticut, within Northeastern Connecticut County. With a population of 902, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 65.2 years. Economically, 06282 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $91,379 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 06282 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $333,300 is above the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 81.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 65% since 2019.
The population of 06282 is primarily White (98.34%). Residents are well-educated — 54.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.0%.
The unemployment rate in 06282 stands at 8.7%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 86%.
Overall, ZIP code 06282 in Woodstock Valley, CT is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 902 residents, a median household income of $91,379, and a median home value of $333,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Connecticut.