| ZIP Code | 06790 |
|---|---|
| City | Torrington |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| County | Northwest Hills County |
| Area Code | 860/959 |
| Elevation | 910 ft |
| Latitude | 41.834072 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.131409 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 09160 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.4 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.29 |
| Below Poverty | 13.3% ▲ 33% above avg |
| College Grads | 36.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.9% ▲ 42% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 434 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,941 (36.6%) |
| Some College | 3,101 (12.7%) |
| Associates | 3,124 (12.8%) |
| Bachelors | 2,494 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,355 (26%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,720 ▼ 9% below avg ↑ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $196,100 ▼ 30% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,101/mo ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,109 |
| Vacant Units | 1,911 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,109 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,911 |
| Owner Occupied | 66.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 33.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
ZIP code 06790 is located in Torrington, Connecticut, within Northwest Hills County. With a population of 35,544, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.4 years. Economically, 06790 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $69,720 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 06790 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $196,100 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,101 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 66.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 06790 is primarily White (72.70%). Residents are moderately educated — 36.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.3%. Household income has grown by 11% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 06790 stands at 6.9%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 06790 in Torrington, CT is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 35,544 residents, a median household income of $69,720, and a median home value of $196,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Connecticut.