| ZIP Code | 06877 |
|---|---|
| City | Ridgefield |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| County | Western Connecticut County |
| Area Code | 203/475 |
| Elevation | 568 ft |
| Latitude | 41.317675 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.499837 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 09190 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.69 |
| Below Poverty | 3.1% ▼ 69% below avg |
| College Grads | 76.2% ▲ 97% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 110 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,584 (9.7%) |
| Some College | 758 (4.6%) |
| Associates | 1,432 (8.8%) |
| Bachelors | 780 (4.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,654 (71.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $168,991 ▲ 121% above avg ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $799,400 ▲ 187% above avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,918/mo ↑ 8% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,848 |
| Vacant Units | 599 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.69 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,848 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 599 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.69 |
ZIP code 06877 is located in Ridgefield, Connecticut, within Western Connecticut County. With a population of 25,029, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.6 years. Economically, 06877 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $168,991 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 06877 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $799,400 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,918 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 22% since 2019.
The population of 06877 is primarily White (82.78%). Residents are highly educated — 76.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.1%. Household income has grown by 3% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 06877 stands at 4.5%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 28% — 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 59%.
Overall, ZIP code 06877 in Ridgefield, CT is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 25,029 residents, a median household income of $168,991, and a median home value of $799,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Connecticut.