| ZIP Code | 06777 |
|---|---|
| City | New Preston Marble Dale |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| County | Litchfield County |
| Area Code | 860/959 |
| Elevation | 1,128 ft |
| Latitude | 41.691307 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.334403 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 09160 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 49.5 yrs ↓ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 16.3% ▲ 63% above avg |
| College Grads | 67.9% ▲ 75% above avg |
| Unemployment | 8.0% ▲ 62% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 268 (21.4%) |
| Some College | 46 (3.7%) |
| Associates | 89 (7.1%) |
| Bachelors | 140 (11.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 711 (56.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $93,203 ▲ 22% above avg ↓ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $450,400 ▲ 62% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 985 |
| Vacant Units | 304 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 985 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 304 |
| Owner Occupied | 85.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 14.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
ZIP code 06777 is located in New Preston Marble Dale, Connecticut, within Litchfield County. With a population of 1,802, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 49.5 years. Economically, 06777 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $93,203 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 06777 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $450,400 is significantly above the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 85.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.
The population of 06777 is primarily White (85.07%). Residents are highly educated — 67.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.3%. Household income has declined by 13% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 06777 stands at 8.0%, which is significantly above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 32% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 49%.
Overall, ZIP code 06777 in New Preston Marble Dale, CT is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,802 residents, a median household income of $93,203, and a median home value of $450,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Connecticut.