| ZIP Code | 06379 |
|---|---|
| City | Pawcatuck |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| County | Southeastern Connecticut County |
| Area Code | 860/959 |
| Elevation | 40 ft |
| Latitude | 41.363472 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.853197 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 09180 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.0 yrs ↓ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.30 |
| Below Poverty | 8.7% ▼ 13% below avg |
| College Grads | 48.5% ▲ 25% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 65 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,643 (26.1%) |
| Some College | 589 (9.4%) |
| Associates | 936 (14.9%) |
| Bachelors | 429 (6.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,621 (41.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $87,352 ▲ 14% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $364,700 ▲ 31% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,183/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,216 |
| Vacant Units | 301 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,216 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 301 |
| Owner Occupied | 68.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 31.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
ZIP code 06379 is located in Pawcatuck, Connecticut, within Southeastern Connecticut County. With a population of 9,003, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43 years. Economically, 06379 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $87,352 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 06379 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $364,700 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,183 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 68.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 06379 is primarily White (84.33%). Residents are well-educated — 48.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.7%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 06379 stands at 3.8%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 06379 in Pawcatuck, CT is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 9,003 residents, a median household income of $87,352, and a median home value of $364,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Connecticut.