Glastonbury town, Connecticut
Glastonbury town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Glastonbury town is a geographic entity located in Capitol Planning Region, Connecticut. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 35,503. The land area covers 51.26 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 35,503 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 43.7 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 14,276 | ±377 | 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 | 14,606 | ±397 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 14,276 | ±377 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 330 | ±154 |
| Median Home Value | $445,200 | ±$16,784 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,700 | ±$138 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $157,192 | ±$13,747 |
| Per Capita Income | $77,427 | ±$4,558 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.8% | ±1.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,331 | ±445 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.9% | ±0.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 19,041 | ±802 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.6% | ±0.9% |
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: 35,553 (2024)
ID: 161468
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
2155 MAIN ST, GLASTONBURY CT 06033-2296
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Glastonbury | KG-05 | Glastonbury, CT | |
| Regular School Glastonbury | 05-06 | Glastonbury, CT | |
| Regular School Glastonbury | 09-12 | Glastonbury, CT | |
| Regular School Glastonbury | PK-05 | Glastonbury, CT | |
| Regular School Glastonbury | KG-05 | Glastonbury, CT | |
| Regular School Glastonbury | KG-05 | Glastonbury, CT | |
| Regular School Glastonbury | 06-08 | Glastonbury, CT | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Hartford, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Windsor, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Rocky Hill, 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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Goodwin University
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College | 5.8 mi away | One Riverside Drive, East Hartford, CT, 06118 |
8605284111
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EAST GLASTONBURY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.8 mi away | 1389 NEIPSIC RD, GLASTONBURY, CT, 06033 |
(860) 633-5637
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International Institute of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 5.8 mi away | 632 Silas Deane Hwy, Wethersfield, CT, 06109 |
86057103301
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SOUTH GLASTONBURY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 80 HIGH STREET, GLASTONBURY, CT, 06073 |
(860) 633-4793
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Holy Apostles College and Seminary
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College | 7.7 mi away | 33 Prospect Hill Road, Cromwell, CT, 06416-2005 |
8606323010
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WELLES-TURNER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 2407 MAIN ST., GLASTONBURY, CT, 06033 |
(860) 652-7719
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Arizona College of Nursing - Hartford
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College | 7.8 mi away | 99 East River Drive, Suite 901, East Hartford, CT, 06108-3288 |
4693367474
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CORA J. BELDEN LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 33 CHURCH ST., ROCKY HILL, CT, 06067 |
(860) 258-7621
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University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus
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College | 7.9 mi away | 10 Prospect Street, Hartford, CT, 06103 |
9592003500
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WETHERSFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 515 SILAS DEANE HIGHWAY, WETHERSFIELD, CT, 06109 |
(860) 529-2665
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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 HARTFORD BRAINARD FLD, CT US, located 5.9 miles from Glastonbury town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.8° | 20.3° | 28.6° | 2.94" | — |
| February | 39.5° | 22.1° | 30.8° | 2.57" | — |
| March | 47.6° | 29.6° | 38.6° | 3.51" | — |
| April | 60.1° | 40.0° | 50.0° | 3.79" | — |
| May | 70.9° | 50.1° | 60.5° | 3.43" | — |
| June | 79.6° | 59.8° | 69.7° | 3.88" | — |
| July | 84.6° | 65.7° | 75.2° | 3.87" | — |
| August | 83.0° | 64.2° | 73.6° | 3.48" | — |
| September | 75.6° | 56.0° | 65.8° | 3.97" | — |
| October | 63.7° | 44.3° | 54.0° | 4.20" | — |
| November | 52.1° | 34.6° | 43.3° | 3.44" | — |
| December | 41.7° | 25.9° | 33.8° | 3.75" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glastonbury Center CDP | CDP | 2.5 mi | — |
| East Hartford CDP | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
| Terramuggus CDP | CDP | 5.8 mi | — |
| Wethersfield CDP | CDP | 6.1 mi | — |
| Manchester CDP | CDP | 6.3 mi | — |
| Lake Pocotopaug CDP | CDP | 7.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0911031240. • 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.