| ZIP Code | 06331 |
|---|---|
| City | Canterbury |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| County | Northeastern Connecticut County |
| Area Code | 860/959 |
| Elevation | 244 ft |
| Latitude | 41.69396 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.009118 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 09150 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.2 yrs ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.28 |
| Below Poverty | 5.1% ▼ 49% below avg |
| College Grads | 36.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 30% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 23 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,334 (35%) |
| Some College | 490 (12.9%) |
| Associates | 588 (15.4%) |
| Bachelors | 357 (9.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,015 (26.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $99,487 ▲ 30% above avg ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $294,800 ≈ Avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $816/mo ↓ 14% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,311 |
| Vacant Units | 75 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,311 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 75 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
ZIP code 06331 is located in Canterbury, Connecticut, within Northeastern Connecticut County. With a population of 5,102, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.2 years. Economically, 06331 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $99,487 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 06331 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $294,800 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $816 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 06331 is primarily White (88.28%). Residents are moderately educated — 36.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.1%. Household income has grown by 8% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 06331 stands at 3.4%, which is below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 06331 in Canterbury, CT is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,102 residents, a median household income of $99,487, and a median home value of $294,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Connecticut.