Killingly town, Connecticut
Killingly town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Killingly town is a geographic entity located in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 18,177. The land area covers 48.35 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 18,177 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 39.5 yrs | ±3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,300 | ±277 | 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 | 7,678 | ±282 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,300 | ±277 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 378 | ±191 |
| Median Home Value | $288,600 | ±$15,229 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,044 | ±$141 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $84,350 | ±$8,277 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,277 | ±$2,570 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.4% | ±3.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,023 | ±624 |
| Unemployment Rate | 10.3% | ±2.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 8,801 | ±534 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.9% | ±3.2% |
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: 18,093 (2024)
ID: 201543
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWN MANAGER
172 MAIN ST, KILLINGLY CT 06239-2822
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Webster, MA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Brooklyn, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Brooklyn, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Canterbury, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Canterbury, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Eastford, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | North Franklin, CT | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Danielson, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Hampton, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Dayville, 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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Nichols College
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College | 15.4 mi away | Center Rd, Dudley, MA, 01571-5000 |
8004703379
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KILLINGLY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 25 WESTCOTT RD., KILLINGLY, CT, 06239 |
(860) 779-5383
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Bryant University
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College | 17.1 mi away | 1150 Douglas Pike, Smithfield, RI, 02917-1291 |
4012326000
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BROOKLYN TOWN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION
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Library | 6.0 mi away | 10 CANTERBURY RD., BROOKLYN, CT, 06234 |
(860) 774-0649
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Rhode Island College
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College | 19.8 mi away | 600 Mount Pleasant Ave, Providence, RI, 02908 |
4014568000
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PUTNAM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 200 SCHOOL ST., PUTNAM, CT, 06260 |
(860) 963-6826
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Technology Learning Center
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College Vocational | 20.1 mi away | 11 Buffum Dam Road, Oxford, MA, 01540-1411 |
5089871852
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POMFRET PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 449 POMFRET ST., POMFRET, CT, 06258 |
(860) 928-3475
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COLLECTIV Academy-Cranston
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College Vocational | 20.2 mi away | 1279 Oaklawn Ave, Cranston, RI, 02920 |
4014633633
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FOSTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 184 HOWARD HILL ROAD, FOSTER, RI, 02825 |
(401) 397-4801
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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 N FOSTER 1 E, RI US, located 6.2 miles from Killingly town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34.8° | 18.5° | 26.6° | 4.49" | 15.5" |
| February | 37.8° | 19.9° | 28.9° | 3.91" | 15.6" |
| March | 45.7° | 26.9° | 36.3° | 5.21" | 13.4" |
| April | 57.7° | 36.7° | 47.2° | 4.68" | 2.6" |
| May | 68.0° | 46.5° | 57.2° | 3.78" | 0.0" |
| June | 75.5° | 55.6° | 65.6° | 4.52" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.3° | 61.4° | 70.9° | 3.57" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.8° | 60.1° | 69.4° | 4.51" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.7° | 53.0° | 62.3° | 4.40" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.8° | 42.0° | 51.4° | 4.99" | 0.5" |
| November | 49.8° | 32.7° | 41.3° | 4.49" | 2.0" |
| December | 39.7° | 24.3° | 32.0° | 5.23" | 12.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dayville CDP | CDP | 2.0 mi | — |
| Danielson borough | Borough | 2.3 mi | — |
| East Brooklyn CDP | CDP | 3.9 mi | — |
| Brooklyn CDP | CDP | 6.1 mi | — |
| Wauregan CDP | CDP | 6.4 mi | — |
| Foster Center CDP | CDP | 6.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0915040500. • 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.