| ZIP Code | 06335 |
|---|---|
| City | Gales Ferry |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| County | Southeastern Connecticut County |
| Area Code | 860/959 |
| Elevation | 167 ft |
| Latitude | 41.434707 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.058533 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 09180 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.4 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.93 |
| Below Poverty | 14.5% ▲ 45% above avg |
| College Grads | 52.8% ▲ 36% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 15% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 40 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 717 (18.5%) |
| Some College | 511 (13.2%) |
| Associates | 558 (14.4%) |
| Bachelors | 403 (10.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,639 (42.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $126,121 ▲ 65% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $296,800 ≈ Avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,893/mo ↑ 55% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,406 |
| Vacant Units | 328 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.93 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,406 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 328 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.93 |
ZIP code 06335 is located in Gales Ferry, Connecticut, within Southeastern Connecticut County. With a population of 6,100, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.4 years. Economically, 06335 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $126,121 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 06335 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $296,800 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,893 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 23% since 2019.
The population of 06335 is primarily White (75.00%). Residents are well-educated — 52.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.5%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 06335 stands at 4.1%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 84%.
Overall, ZIP code 06335 in Gales Ferry, CT is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,100 residents, a median household income of $126,121, and a median home value of $296,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Connecticut.