Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 10.2% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 43.7% ▲ 13% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.2% ▲ 27% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 5,629 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 88,485 (29.5%) |
| Some College | 34,246 (11.4%) |
| Associates | 38,467 (12.8%) |
| Bachelors | 28,251 (9.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 104,857 (35%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $92,050 ▲ 21% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $293,823 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,387/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 191,949 |
| Vacant Units | 13,626 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Naugatuck Valley County is located in Connecticut and encompasses 41 ZIP codes spanning 23 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 452,337 residents. With a median age of 41.88, it is a middle-aged county.
Naugatuck Valley County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $92,049 is above the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.2%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 10.2% is near the national average.
Housing in Naugatuck Valley County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $293,823 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,386. Homeownership rates are high at 68.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Naugatuck Valley County are majority White (61.11%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 43.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Naugatuck Valley County, CT is a middle-income area in Connecticut. The 41 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06401 | Ansonia | 19,160 | $80,953 | $268,400 | $1,405 | 8.0% | 32.8% |
| 06403 | Beacon Falls | 6,089 | $95,405 | $323,900 | $1,886 | 5.6% | 51.0% |
| 06751 | Bethlehem | 3,398 | $106,731 | $392,300 | $1,149 | 1.6% | 48.8% |
| 06010 | Bristol | 61,206 | $83,642 | $252,300 | $1,307 | 7.0% | 43.7% |
| 06410 | Cheshire | 28,792 | $150,524 | $419,200 | $1,288 | 4.2% | 68.2% |
| 06418 | Derby | 12,150 | $75,718 | $243,500 | $1,453 | 7.1% | 42.9% |
| 06762 | Middlebury | 7,736 | $142,750 | $452,000 | — | 5.5% | 63.8% |
| 06770 | Naugatuck | 31,671 | $92,047 | $241,500 | $1,309 | 6.3% | 42.7% |
| 06779 | Oakville | 7,762 | $89,353 | $248,300 | $1,292 | 2.2% | 40.9% |
| 06478 | Oxford | 12,870 | $125,563 | $454,900 | $1,411 | 3.0% | 57.6% |
| 06782 | Plymouth | 2,098 | $97,222 | $284,500 | $1,413 | 1.8% | 39.4% |
| 06712 | Prospect | 9,414 | $125,556 | $350,700 | $1,888 | 1.2% | 47.2% |
| 06483 | Seymour | 16,799 | $103,682 | $344,900 | $1,511 | 5.4% | 45.1% |
| 06484 | Shelton | 41,402 | $114,739 | $435,700 | $1,661 | 5.2% | 53.2% |
| 06488 | Southbury | 19,973 | $112,434 | $381,800 | $1,906 | 2.9% | 59.3% |
| 06786 | Terryville | 9,617 | $99,855 | $237,200 | $1,141 | 4.2% | 38.7% |
| 06787 | Thomaston | 7,493 | $103,843 | $259,800 | $1,008 | 1.8% | 45.9% |
| 06702 | Waterbury | 3,117 | $16,198 | — | $720 | 15.5% | 14.7% |
| 06704 | Waterbury | 30,666 | $47,848 | $178,500 | $1,202 | 11.9% | 24.9% |
| 06705 | Waterbury | 26,352 | $53,169 | $177,700 | $1,165 | 6.7% | 30.2% |
| 06706 | Waterbury | 15,546 | $51,770 | $171,400 | $1,233 | 10.5% | 27.5% |
| 06708 | Waterbury | 29,103 | $63,705 | $196,700 | $1,275 | 6.9% | 31.7% |
| 06710 | Waterbury | 9,669 | $42,774 | $219,600 | $1,135 | 13.2% | 23.6% |
| 06795 | Watertown | 14,409 | $102,800 | $331,200 | $1,301 | 5.4% | 49.7% |
| 06716 | Wolcott | 16,058 | $114,529 | $299,400 | $1,650 | 3.2% | 47.2% |
| 06798 | Woodbury | 9,787 | $129,427 | $440,600 | $1,649 | 3.9% | 58.4% |