Orange town, Connecticut
Orange town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Orange town is a geographic entity located in South Central Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 14,416. The land area covers 17.18 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 14,416 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 45.6 yrs | ±2.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 5,386 | ±230 | 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 | 5,544 | ±243 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 5,386 | ±230 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 158 | ±77 |
| Median Home Value | $491,500 | ±$16,730 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,172 | ±$161 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $142,325 | ±$10,458 |
| Per Capita Income | $68,078 | ±$5,507 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.9% | ±1.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 563 | ±203 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.3% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 7,003 | ±364 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96% | ±0.8% |
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: 14,431 (2024)
ID: 183947
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: OFFICE MANAGER
617 ORANGE CENTER RD, ORANGE CT 06477-2499
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Orange | 07-08 | Orange, CT | |
| Regular School Orange | PK-KG | Orange, CT | |
| Regular School Orange | 01-06 | Orange, CT | |
| Regular School Orange | 01-06 | Orange, CT | |
| Regular School Orange | 01-06 | Orange, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | Bridgeport, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Bridgeport, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bridgeport, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | West Haven, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | New Haven, 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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University of New Haven
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College | 3.3 mi away | 300 Boston Post Road, West Haven, CT, 06516-1916 |
2039327000
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CASE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 0.4 mi away | 176 TYLER CITY RD., ORANGE, CT, 06477 |
(203) 891-2170
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Southern Connecticut State University
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College | 5.2 mi away | 501 Crescent Street, New Haven, CT, 06515-1355 |
2033925200
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ORA MASON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 260 BENHAM HILL ROAD, WEST HAVEN, CT, 06516 |
(203) 933-9381
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Yale University
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College | 5.4 mi away | Woodbridge Hall, New Haven, CT, 06520 |
2034322550
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WEST HAVEN PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE SERVICE
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 260 BENHAM HILL ROAD, WEST HAVEN, CT, 06516 |
(203) 933-9381
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Lincoln Technical Institute-Shelton
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College Vocational | 5.7 mi away | 8 Progress Drive, Shelton, CT, 06484 |
203929059245800
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WEST HAVEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 300 ELM ST., WEST HAVEN, CT, 06516 |
(203) 937-4233
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Albertus Magnus College
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College | 6.2 mi away | 700 Prospect St, New Haven, CT, 06511-1189 |
2037738550
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DERBY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 313 ELIZABETH ST., DERBY, CT, 06418 |
(203) 736-1482
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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 ANSONIA 1 NE, CT US, located 5.6 miles from Orange town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.0° | 18.4° | 27.2° | 3.95" | — |
| February | 38.1° | 18.9° | 28.5° | 3.62" | — |
| March | 46.8° | 27.4° | 37.1° | 4.72" | — |
| April | 58.2° | 37.5° | 47.9° | 4.72" | — |
| May | 69.0° | 47.2° | 58.1° | 4.04" | — |
| June | 77.3° | 57.9° | 67.6° | 3.93" | — |
| July | 82.0° | 63.1° | 72.6° | 4.30" | — |
| August | 82.0° | 62.1° | 72.1° | 4.56" | — |
| September | 75.0° | 53.6° | 64.3° | 4.38" | — |
| October | 63.3° | 41.2° | 52.3° | 5.00" | — |
| November | 51.6° | 32.0° | 41.8° | 4.24" | — |
| December | 41.2° | 23.3° | 32.3° | 4.57" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orange CDP | CDP | 0.0 mi | — |
| West Haven city | City | 3.1 mi | — |
| Derby city | City | 4.1 mi | — |
| Woodmont borough | Borough | 4.5 mi | — |
| Ansonia city | City | 4.7 mi | — |
| Milford city (balance) | City | 4.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0917057600. • 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.