| ZIP Code | 06880 |
|---|---|
| City | Westport |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| County | Western Connecticut County |
| Area Code | 203/475 |
| Elevation | 112 ft |
| Latitude | 41.142752 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.343614 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 09190 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.80 |
| Below Poverty | 3.6% ▼ 64% below avg |
| College Grads | 82.0% ▲ 112% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 12% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 94 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,651 (9.5%) |
| Some College | 431 (2.5%) |
| Associates | 946 (5.5%) |
| Bachelors | 703 (4.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,508 (77.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $250,001 ▲ 228% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,244,200 ▲ 346% above avg ↑ 9% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,369/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,348 |
| Vacant Units | 628 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.80 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,348 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 628 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.80 |
ZIP code 06880 is located in Westport, Connecticut, within Western Connecticut County. With a population of 27,364, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.7 years. Economically, 06880 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $250,001 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 06880 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,244,200 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,369 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 9% since 2019.
The population of 06880 is primarily White (79.29%). Residents are highly educated — 82.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.6%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 06880 stands at 4.3%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 36% — 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 43%.
Overall, ZIP code 06880 in Westport, CT is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 27,364 residents, a median household income of $250,001, and a median home value of $1,244,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Connecticut.