| ZIP Code | 06340 |
|---|---|
| City | Groton |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| County | Southeastern Connecticut County |
| Area Code | 860/959 |
| Elevation | 21 ft |
| Latitude | 41.354409 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.040266 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 09180 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.2 yrs ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.17 |
| Below Poverty | 11.5% ▲ 15% above avg |
| College Grads | 46.4% ▲ 20% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 9% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 180 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,628 (24.9%) |
| Some College | 2,213 (11.9%) |
| Associates | 2,942 (15.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,385 (7.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,255 (39%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $77,768 ≈ Avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $275,500 ≈ Avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,492/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,441 |
| Vacant Units | 1,495 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.17 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,441 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,495 |
| Owner Occupied | 42.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 57.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.17 |
ZIP code 06340 is located in Groton, Connecticut, within Southeastern Connecticut County. With a population of 29,833, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.2 years. Economically, 06340 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $77,768 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 06340 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $275,500 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,492 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (42.2%) and renters (57.8%). Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 06340 is majority White (65.92%). Residents are well-educated — 46.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.5%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 06340 stands at 4.5%, which is near the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 06340 in Groton, CT is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 29,833 residents, a median household income of $77,768, and a median home value of $275,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Connecticut.