Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
| Below Poverty | 10.4% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 33.0% ▼ 15% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 11% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 153 (2.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,083 (34.3%) |
| Some College | 878 (14.4%) |
| Associates | 960 (15.8%) |
| Bachelors | 590 (9.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,414 (23.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,353 ▼ 12% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $257,800 ▼ 8% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,124/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 4,289 |
| Vacant Units | 167 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Putnam is a city in Connecticut, located in Northeastern Connecticut County. The city spans 1 ZIP code and is home to approximately 9,227 residents. It is a middle-aged city, with a median age of 44.9 years.
Economically, Putnam is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $67,353 is near the national average. Approximately 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 5.4%, near the national average.
The real estate market in Putnam is a mid-range housing market. Median home values stand at $257,800, which is near the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,124 per month.
The population of Putnam is moderately educated. 33.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — near the national average. The community is primarily White (83.53%).
Putnam, CT offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Connecticut.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06260 | 9,227 | $67,353 | $257,800 | $1,124 | 5.4% | 33.0% | 59.4% |