| ZIP Code | 06457 |
|---|---|
| City | Middletown |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| County | Lower Connecticut River Valley County |
| Area Code | 860/959 |
| Elevation | 89 ft |
| Latitude | 41.544209 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.657501 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 09130 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.8 yrs ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.08 |
| Below Poverty | 11.3% ▲ 13% above avg |
| College Grads | 49.7% ▲ 28% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 12% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 287 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,703 (27.6%) |
| Some College | 2,940 (9.3%) |
| Associates | 3,928 (12.5%) |
| Bachelors | 2,804 (8.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12,872 (40.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $74,003 ≈ Avg ↑ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $279,500 ≈ Avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,392/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 22,138 |
| Vacant Units | 1,307 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.08 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 22,138 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,307 |
| Owner Occupied | 53.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 46.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.08 |
ZIP code 06457 is located in Middletown, Connecticut, within Lower Connecticut River Valley County. With a population of 46,690, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.8 years. Economically, 06457 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $74,003 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 06457 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $279,500 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,392 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (53.1%) and renters (46.9%). Median home values have increased by 21% since 2019.
The population of 06457 is majority White (64.53%). Residents are well-educated — 49.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.3%. Household income has grown by 13% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 06457 stands at 4.3%, which is near the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 06457 in Middletown, CT is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a middle-aged community. With 46,690 residents, a median household income of $74,003, and a median home value of $279,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Connecticut.