Hartford town, Connecticut
Hartford town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Hartford town is a geographic entity located in Capitol Planning Region, Connecticut. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 121,981. The land area covers 17.41 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 121,981 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 33.1 yrs | ±0.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 49,028 | ±1,058 | 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 | 56,435 | ±967 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 49,028 | ±1,058 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 7,407 | ±565 |
| Median Home Value | $228,600 | ±$7,623 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,269 | ±$25 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $46,411 | ±$3,031 |
| Per Capita Income | $27,841 | ±$1,163 |
| Poverty Rate | 26.3% | ±2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 29,944 | ±2,232 |
| Unemployment Rate | 10.7% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 53,732 | ±1,519 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.7% | ±1.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career and Technical School Hartford | 09-12 | Hartford, CT | |
| Regular School Hartford | KG-12 | Hartford, CT | |
| Regular School Hartford | PK-04 | Hartford, CT | |
| Regular School Hartford | 05-08 | Hartford, CT | |
| Regular School Hartford | PK-05 | Hartford, CT | |
| Regular School Hartford | PK-08 | Hartford, CT | |
| Regular School Hartford | 09-12 | Hartford, CT | |
| Regular School Hartford | PK-05 | Hartford, CT | |
| Regular School Hartford | 06-08 | Hartford, CT | |
| Regular School Hartford | PK-12 | Hartford, CT |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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CONNECTICUT CHILDRENS MEDICAL CENTER
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Childrens | City address association | 282 WASHINGTON STREET, HARTFORD, CT, 06106 |
(860) 545-9000
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University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus
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College | 0.5 mi away | 10 Prospect Street, Hartford, CT, 06103 |
9592003500
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HARTFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY LIBRARY ON WHEELS
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Library | 0.5 mi away | 500 MAIN ST., HARTFORD, CT, 06103 |
(860) 695-6300
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HARTFORD HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 80 SEYMOUR STREET, HARTFORD, CT, 06102 |
(860) 545-5000
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Trinity College
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College | 1.4 mi away | 300 Summit St, Hartford, CT, 06106-3100 |
8602972000
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PARK BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 0.6 mi away | 603 PARK STREET, HARTFORD, CT, 06106 |
(860) 695-7500
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ST FRANCIS HOSPITAL & MEDICAL CENTER
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Hospital | City address association | 114 WOODLAND STREET & 500 BLUE HILLS AVENUE, HARTFORD, CT, 06105 |
(860) 714-5541
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Hartford International University for Religion and Peace
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College | 1.4 mi away | 77 Sherman Street, Hartford, CT, 06105-2260 |
8605099500
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ROPKINS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 1750 MAIN STREET, HARTFORD, CT, 06120 |
(860) 695-7520
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Connecticut State Community College
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College | 0.5 mi away | 185 Main Street, New Britain, CT, 06051 |
8606127000
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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 2.6 miles from Hartford 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hartford city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Blue Hills CDP | CDP | 3.4 mi | — |
| East Hartford CDP | CDP | 3.8 mi | — |
| West Hartford CDP | CDP | 3.8 mi | — |
| Wethersfield CDP | CDP | 4.4 mi | — |
| Newington CDP | CDP | 6.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0911037070. • 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.