Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
| Below Poverty | 11.2% ▲ 12% above avg |
| College Grads | 48.9% ▲ 26% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 22% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 5,759 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 104,139 (28.7%) |
| Some College | 31,815 (8.8%) |
| Associates | 41,666 (11.5%) |
| Bachelors | 27,918 (7.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 151,356 (41.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $91,435 ▲ 20% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $322,791 ▲ 16% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,535/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 247,247 |
| Vacant Units | 19,478 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
South Central Regional County is located in Connecticut and encompasses 48 ZIP codes spanning 14 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 566,863 residents. With a median age of 41.08, it is a middle-aged county.
South Central Regional County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $91,435 is above the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.0%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 11.2% is above the national average.
Housing in South Central Regional County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $322,791 — above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,535. Homeownership rates are high at 60.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of South Central Regional County are majority White (59.57%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 48.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
South Central Regional County, CT is a middle-income area in Connecticut. The 48 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06524 | Bethany | 5,280 | $153,879 | $418,900 | $1,500 | 3.6% | 62.8% |
| 06405 | Branford | 28,090 | $97,223 | $388,300 | $1,529 | 4.2% | 57.7% |
| 06437 | Guilford | 22,037 | $130,036 | $491,300 | $1,754 | 5.0% | 64.3% |
| 06514 | Hamden | 25,291 | $85,227 | $250,300 | $1,633 | 7.2% | 50.4% |
| 06517 | Hamden | 14,867 | $97,154 | $313,000 | $1,351 | 5.1% | 55.2% |
| 06518 | Hamden | 19,958 | $105,227 | $307,900 | $2,044 | 4.8% | 55.3% |
| 06443 | Madison | 17,577 | $168,341 | $534,800 | $2,046 | 6.4% | 76.6% |
| 06450 | Meriden | 35,896 | $68,961 | $220,400 | $1,267 | 8.5% | 35.5% |
| 06451 | Meriden | 24,522 | $68,081 | $223,400 | $1,207 | 7.6% | 32.9% |
| 06460 | Milford | 37,084 | $106,776 | $372,900 | $1,804 | 4.9% | 57.6% |
| 06461 | Milford | 15,256 | $124,129 | $395,800 | $1,964 | 3.4% | 56.1% |
| 06510 | New Haven | 4,205 | $63,598 | $495,500 | $1,908 | 6.7% | 83.5% |
| 06511 | New Haven | 54,744 | $56,300 | $313,400 | $1,534 | 7.7% | 52.8% |
| 06512 | New Haven | 29,347 | $84,034 | $265,200 | $1,464 | 3.8% | 38.0% |
| 06513 | New Haven | 38,343 | $46,520 | $226,600 | $1,208 | 8.5% | 30.4% |
| 06515 | New Haven | 18,388 | $74,044 | $284,200 | $1,410 | 8.8% | 54.9% |
| 06519 | New Haven | 15,426 | $44,394 | $247,600 | $1,356 | 6.0% | 28.1% |
| 06525 | New Haven | 9,041 | $201,926 | $546,400 | $1,896 | 7.8% | 78.0% |
| 06471 | North Branford | 7,073 | $120,885 | $364,900 | $1,723 | 5.1% | 39.5% |
| 06473 | North Haven | 24,527 | $127,370 | $359,800 | $1,578 | 3.8% | 53.5% |
| 06472 | Northford | 6,414 | $108,333 | $371,800 | $1,541 | 3.2% | 46.2% |
| 06477 | Orange | 14,251 | $145,625 | $466,800 | $2,016 | 3.8% | 66.5% |
| 06492 | Wallingford | 44,099 | $101,757 | $328,400 | $1,346 | 3.5% | 48.6% |
| 06516 | West Haven | 55,147 | $73,566 | $265,200 | $1,389 | 6.6% | 38.1% |