Granby town, Connecticut
Granby town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Granby town is a geographic entity located in Capitol Planning Region, Connecticut. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 11,963. The land area covers 40.73 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 11,963 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 44.7 yrs | ±3.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,457 | ±252 | 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 | 4,625 | ±255 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,457 | ±252 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 168 | ±117 |
| Median Home Value | $367,900 | ±$16,566 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,335 | ±$169 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $120,275 | ±$13,731 |
| Per Capita Income | $67,028 | ±$9,522 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.2% | ±1.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 354 | ±180 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.3% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,677 | ±419 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.6% | ±2.8% |
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: 11,751 (2024)
ID: 211229
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: FIRST SELECTMAN
15 N GRANBY RD, 2, GRANBY CT 06035-2125
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Granby | 09-12 | Granby, CT | |
| Regular School Granby | 06-08 | Granby, CT | |
| Regular School Granby | PK-02 | Granby, CT | |
| Regular School Granby | 03-05 | Granby, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Suffield, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Westfield, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Windsor, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Enfield, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | East Hartford, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Bloomfield, 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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Westfield State University
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College | 11.3 mi away | 577 Western Ave, Westfield, MA, 01086-1630 |
4135725300
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FREDERICK H. COSSITT LIBRARY
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 388 NORTH GRANBY ROAD, GRANBY, CT, 06060 |
(860) 653-8958
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Lincoln Technical Institute-East Windsor
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College Vocational | 12.4 mi away | 97 Newberry Road, East Windsor, CT, 06088 |
860627430046600
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GRANBY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 15 NORTH GRANBY RD., GRANBY, CT, 06035 |
(860) 844-5275
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University of Hartford
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College | 13.3 mi away | 200 Bloomfield Ave, West Hartford, CT, 06117-1599 |
8607684100
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EAST GRANBY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 24 CENTER STREET, EAST GRANBY, CT, 06026 |
(860) 653-3002
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Bay Path University
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College | 13.9 mi away | 588 Longmeadow Street, Longmeadow, MA, 01106 |
4135651000
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GRANVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 2 GRANBY ROAD, GRANVILLE, MA, 01034 |
(413) 357-8531
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University of Saint Joseph
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College | 14.1 mi away | 1678 Asylum Avenue, West Hartford, CT, 06117 |
8602324571
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SIMSBURY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.0 mi away | 725 HOPMEADOW ST., SIMSBURY, CT, 06070 |
(860) 658-7663
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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 BARKHAMSTED, CT US, located 7.7 miles from Granby town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33.8° | 13.6° | 23.7° | 3.65" | 13.5" |
| February | 37.2° | 14.7° | 26.0° | 3.21" | 15.1" |
| March | 45.9° | 23.8° | 34.8° | 4.19" | 9.6" |
| April | 58.8° | 34.6° | 46.7° | 3.96" | 0.8" |
| May | 69.9° | 45.2° | 57.5° | 3.96" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.7° | 55.0° | 66.8° | 4.85" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.9° | 60.0° | 71.9° | 4.52" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.0° | 58.1° | 70.1° | 4.33" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.3° | 51.4° | 63.3° | 4.78" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.0° | 39.9° | 51.5° | 5.18" | 0.4" |
| November | 50.1° | 29.9° | 40.0° | 3.87" | 2.0" |
| December | 38.8° | 21.4° | 30.1° | 4.64" | 10.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salmon Brook CDP | CDP | 2.2 mi | — |
| North Granby CDP | CDP | 3.1 mi | — |
| Tariffville CDP | CDP | 5.4 mi | — |
| Simsbury Center CDP | CDP | 6.4 mi | — |
| West Simsbury CDP | CDP | 6.7 mi | — |
| Weatogue CDP | CDP | 8.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0911032640. • 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.