Portland town, Connecticut
Portland town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Portland 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 9,449. The land area covers 23.35 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 9,449 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 41.6 yrs | ±2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,762 | ±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 | 4,100 | ±246 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,762 | ±230 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 338 | ±145 |
| Median Home Value | $337,400 | ±$35,721 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,129 | ±$62 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $118,929 | ±$15,490 |
| Per Capita Income | $56,080 | ±$5,362 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.9% | ±2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 362 | ±189 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.3% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,116 | ±355 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.3% | ±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: 9,478 (2024)
ID: 161491
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: FIRST SELECTWOMAN
PO BOX 71, PORTLAND CT 06480-0071
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Portland | 05-06 | Portland, CT | |
| Regular School Portland | 02-04 | Portland, CT | |
| Regular School Portland | 09-12 | Portland, CT | |
| Regular School Portland | 07-08 | Portland, CT | |
| Regular School Portland | PK-01 | Portland, CT | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Hartford, CT | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Plainville, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Rocky Hill, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | East Hartford, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | South Windsor, 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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Holy Apostles College and Seminary
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College | 3.1 mi away | 33 Prospect Hill Road, Cromwell, CT, 06416-2005 |
8606323010
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PORTLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.0 mi away | 20 FREESTONE AVE., PORTLAND, CT, 06480 |
(860) 342-6770
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Cortiva Institute
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College Vocational | 4.6 mi away | 45 Shunpike Road, Suite 10, Cromwell, CT, 06416 |
8606671886
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CROMWELL BELDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 39 WEST ST., CROMWELL, CT, 06416 |
(860) 632-3460
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Wesleyan University
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College | 4.7 mi away | 45 Wyllys Avenue, Middletown, CT, 06459 |
8606852000
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MIDDLE HADDAM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 2 KNOWLES ROAD, EAST HAMPTON, CT, 06456 |
(860) 267-9093
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International Institute of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 8.4 mi away | 632 Silas Deane Hwy, Wethersfield, CT, 06109 |
86057103301
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RUSSELL LIBRARY
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 123 BROAD ST., MIDDLETOWN, CT, 06457 |
(860) 347-2528
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Lincoln Technical Institute-New Britain
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College Vocational | 9.5 mi away | 200 John Downey Dr, New Britain, CT, 06051 |
860225864145700
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SOUTH GLASTONBURY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 80 HIGH STREET, GLASTONBURY, CT, 06073 |
(860) 633-4793
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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 10.0 miles from Portland 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland CDP | CDP | 2.2 mi | — |
| Lake Pocotopaug CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
| Middletown city | City | 4.9 mi | — |
| East Hampton CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| Terramuggus CDP | CDP | 6.5 mi | — |
| Glastonbury Center CDP | CDP | 7.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0913061800. • 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.