Lyme town, Connecticut
Lyme town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Lyme 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 2,424. The land area covers 31.80 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,424 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 55.6 yrs | ±3.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 998 | ±128 | 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 | 1,197 | ±128 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 998 | ±128 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 199 | ±64 |
| Median Home Value | $629,900 | ±$104,959 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,719 | ±$1,083 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $135,000 | ±$21,753 |
| Per Capita Income | $96,157 | ±$17,677 |
| Poverty Rate | 2.9% | ±2.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 67 | ±54 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.9% | ±1.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,223 | ±212 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 98.9% | ±2.5% |
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: 2,421 (2024)
ID: 184677
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: FIRST SELECTMAN
480 HAMBURG RD, LYME CT 06371-3100
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Lyme | KG-05 | Lyme, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Colchester, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | New London, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Higganum, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | New London, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Groton, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | East Hampton, CT | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | Old Lyme, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Groton, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Chester, 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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Connecticut College
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College | 11.7 mi away | 270 Mohegan Avenue, New London, CT, 06320-4196 |
8604471911
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LYME PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.1 mi away | 482 HAMBURG RD., LYME, CT, 06371 |
(860) 434-2272
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United States Coast Guard Academy
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College | 12.0 mi away | 15 Mohegan Avenue, New London, CT, 06320 |
8604448444
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ESSEX LIBRARY ASSOCIATION
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Library | 4.6 mi away | 33 WEST AVE., ESSEX, CT, 06426 |
(860) 767-1560
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Mitchell College
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College | 13.2 mi away | 437 Pequot Avenue, New London, CT, 06320 |
8607015000
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DEEP RIVER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 150 MAIN ST., DEEP RIVER, CT, 06417 |
(860) 526-6039
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University of Connecticut-Avery Point
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College | 14.9 mi away | 1084 Shennecossett Rd, Groton, CT, 06340-6097 |
8604059000
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PHOEBE GRIFFIN NOYES LIBRARY
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Library | 5.7 mi away | 2 LIBRARY LANE, OLD LYME, CT, 06371 |
(860) 434-1684
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TIGI Hairdressing Academy Guilford
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College Vocational | 19.5 mi away | 860 Boston Post Road, Guilford, CT, 06437 |
2034583334
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CHESTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 21 WEST MAIN STREET, CHESTER, CT, 06412 |
(860) 526-0018
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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 15.4 miles from Lyme 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 | 4.3 mi | — |
| Deep River Center CDP | CDP | 5.6 mi | — |
| Chester Center CDP | CDP | 6.5 mi | — |
| Old Saybrook Center CDP | CDP | 7.9 mi | — |
| Fenwick borough | Borough | 8.9 mi | — |
| Saybrook Manor CDP | CDP | 8.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0913044210. • 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.