| ZIP Code | 06365 |
|---|---|
| City | Preston |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| County | Southeastern Connecticut County |
| Area Code | 860/959 |
| Elevation | 299 ft |
| Latitude | 41.518652 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.006597 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 09180 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 1.6% ▼ 84% below avg |
| College Grads | 47.5% ▲ 23% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.3% ▲ 29% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 14 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 896 (26.8%) |
| Some College | 420 (12.6%) |
| Associates | 425 (12.7%) |
| Bachelors | 654 (19.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 934 (27.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $109,441 ▲ 43% above avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $343,200 ▲ 23% above avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,628/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,088 |
| Vacant Units | 203 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,088 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 203 |
| Owner Occupied | 92.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 7.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
ZIP code 06365 is located in Preston, Connecticut, within Southeastern Connecticut County. With a population of 4,781, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.2 years. Economically, 06365 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $109,441 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 06365 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $343,200 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,628 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 92.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 39% since 2019.
The population of 06365 is primarily White (92.87%). Residents are well-educated — 47.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 1.6%. Household income has grown by 38% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 06365 stands at 6.3%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 85%.
Overall, ZIP code 06365 in Preston, CT is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,781 residents, a median household income of $109,441, and a median home value of $343,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Connecticut.