| ZIP Code | 06422 |
|---|---|
| City | Durham |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| County | Lower Connecticut River Valley County |
| Area Code | 860/959 |
| Elevation | 265 ft |
| Latitude | 41.468922 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.684525 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 09130 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.9 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.35 |
| Below Poverty | 4.2% ▼ 58% below avg |
| College Grads | 53.3% ▲ 38% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.2% ▼ 55% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 151 (2.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,427 (27.2%) |
| Some College | 389 (7.4%) |
| Associates | 483 (9.2%) |
| Bachelors | 361 (6.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,436 (46.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $151,875 ▲ 99% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $405,100 ▲ 45% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,520/mo ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,080 |
| Vacant Units | 42 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,080 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 42 |
| Owner Occupied | 91.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 8.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
ZIP code 06422 is located in Durham, Connecticut, within Lower Connecticut River Valley County. With a population of 7,182, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.9 years. Economically, 06422 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $151,875 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 06422 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $405,100 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,520 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 91.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 06422 is primarily White (88.19%). Residents are well-educated — 53.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.2%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 06422 stands at 2.2%, which is well below the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 06422 in Durham, CT is characterized as affluent, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 7,182 residents, a median household income of $151,875, and a median home value of $405,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Connecticut.