Essex town, Connecticut
Essex town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Essex town is a geographic entity located in Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region, Connecticut. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 6,819. The land area covers 10.40 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 6,819 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 52.4 yrs | ±3.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,987 | ±198 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 3,282 | ±227 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,987 | ±198 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 295 | ±164 |
| Median Home Value | $552,000 | ±$53,323 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,623 | ±$326 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $104,395 | ±$6,626 |
| Per Capita Income | $69,352 | ±$9,284 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.2% | ±1.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 219 | ±116 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.1% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,605 | ±299 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.8% | ±1.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 6,847 (2024)
ID: 124055
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: FIRST SELECTMAN
29 WEST AVE, ESSEX CT 06426-1167
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Guilford, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Middletown, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Middletown, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Higganum, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Guilford, CT | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | Old Lyme, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Chester, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Waterford, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Durham, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Westbrook, CT |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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TIGI Hairdressing Academy Guilford
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College Vocational | 14.4 mi away | 860 Boston Post Road, Guilford, CT, 06437 |
2034583334
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ESSEX LIBRARY ASSOCIATION
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 33 WEST AVE., ESSEX, CT, 06426 |
(860) 767-1560
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Connecticut College
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College | 16.0 mi away | 270 Mohegan Avenue, New London, CT, 06320-4196 |
8604471911
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IVORYTON LIBRARY ASSOCIATION
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 106 MAIN ST., ESSEX, CT, 06442 |
(860) 767-1252
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United States Coast Guard Academy
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College | 16.3 mi away | 15 Mohegan Avenue, New London, CT, 06320 |
8604448444
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DEEP RIVER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 150 MAIN ST., DEEP RIVER, CT, 06417 |
(860) 526-6039
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Mitchell College
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College | 16.6 mi away | 437 Pequot Avenue, New London, CT, 06320 |
8607015000
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CHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 21 WEST MAIN STREET, CHESTER, CT, 06412 |
(860) 526-0018
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University of Connecticut-Avery Point
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College | 18.2 mi away | 1084 Shennecossett Rd, Groton, CT, 06340-6097 |
8604059000
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ACTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.6 mi away | 60 OLD BOSTON POST RD., OLD SAYBROOK, CT, 06475 |
(860) 395-3185
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at GROTON NEW LONDON AP, CT US, located 18.9 miles from Essex town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.3° | 23.3° | 30.8° | 2.68" | — |
| February | 40.2° | 24.6° | 32.4° | 2.20" | — |
| March | 46.6° | 30.7° | 38.6° | 3.82" | — |
| April | 56.2° | 39.1° | 47.6° | 3.58" | — |
| May | 64.8° | 48.8° | 56.8° | 3.31" | — |
| June | 73.8° | 58.2° | 66.0° | 3.30" | — |
| July | 79.8° | 64.8° | 72.3° | 3.24" | — |
| August | 79.2° | 63.8° | 71.5° | 3.32" | — |
| September | 73.5° | 56.9° | 65.2° | 3.83" | — |
| October | 63.2° | 45.6° | 54.4° | 3.66" | — |
| November | 53.3° | 36.8° | 45.1° | 3.24" | — |
| December | 43.9° | 29.0° | 36.5° | 3.13" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essex Village CDP | CDP | 1.1 mi | — |
| Deep River Center CDP | CDP | 2.0 mi | — |
| Chester Center CDP | CDP | 4.3 mi | — |
| Saybrook Manor CDP | CDP | 4.6 mi | — |
| Westbrook Center CDP | CDP | 5.0 mi | — |
| Old Saybrook Center CDP | CDP | 5.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0913026270. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.