| ZIP Code | 06518 |
|---|---|
| City | Hamden |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| County | South Central Regional County |
| Area Code | 203 |
| Elevation | 321 ft |
| Latitude | 41.430879 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.91199 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 09170 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.8 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.36 |
| Below Poverty | 7.6% ▼ 24% below avg |
| College Grads | 55.3% ▲ 43% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 198 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,638 (22.9%) |
| Some College | 948 (8.2%) |
| Associates | 1,370 (11.9%) |
| Bachelors | 777 (6.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,588 (48.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $105,227 ▲ 38% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $307,900 ▲ 10% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,044/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,285 |
| Vacant Units | 639 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,285 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 639 |
| Owner Occupied | 60.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 39.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
ZIP code 06518 is located in Hamden, Connecticut, within South Central Regional County. With a population of 19,958, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.8 years. Economically, 06518 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $105,227 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 06518 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $307,900 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,044 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 60.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.
The population of 06518 is majority White (67.92%). Residents are well-educated — 55.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.6%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 06518 stands at 4.8%, 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 66%.
Overall, ZIP code 06518 in Hamden, CT is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 19,958 residents, a median household income of $105,227, and a median home value of $307,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Connecticut.