Preston town, Connecticut
Preston town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Preston town is a geographic entity located in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,873. The land area covers 30.83 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 4,873 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 46.2 yrs | ±7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,947 | ±168 | 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 | 2,045 | ±189 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,947 | ±168 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 98 | ±84 |
| Median Home Value | $361,900 | ±$13,165 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,433 | ±$1,086 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $116,648 | ±$26,909 |
| Per Capita Income | $48,646 | ±$4,379 |
| Poverty Rate | 2.4% | ±1.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 115 | ±61 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.4% | ±3.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,278 | ±225 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.8% | ±3.7% |
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: 4,855 (2024)
ID: 161506
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: SELECTMENS OFFICE
389 ROUTE 2, PRESTON CT 06365-8533
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Preston | 06-08 | Preston, CT | |
| Regular School Preston | PK-05 | Preston, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Willimantic, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | New London, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | New London, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Canterbury, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Groton, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Groton, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | North Windham, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Waterford, 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 | 10.9 mi away | 270 Mohegan Avenue, New London, CT, 06320-4196 |
8604471911
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PRESTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 389 ROUTE 2, PRESTON, CT, 06365 |
(860) 886-1010
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United States Coast Guard Academy
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College | 11.0 mi away | 15 Mohegan Avenue, New London, CT, 06320 |
8604448444
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OTIS LIBRARY
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 261 MAIN ST., NORWICH, CT, 06360 |
(860) 889-2365
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Mitchell College
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College | 14.0 mi away | 437 Pequot Avenue, New London, CT, 06320 |
8607015000
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LEDYARD PUBLIC LIBRARIES
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 718 COLONEL LEDYARD HIGHWAY, LEDYARD, CT, 06339 |
(860) 464-9912
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University of Connecticut-Avery Point
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College | 14.3 mi away | 1084 Shennecossett Rd, Groton, CT, 06340-6097 |
8604059000
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SLATER LIBRARY
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 26 MAIN ST., GRISWOLD, CT, 06351 |
(860) 376-0024
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Eastern Connecticut State University
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College | 17.8 mi away | 83 Windham St, Willimantic, CT, 06226 |
8604655000
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GALES FERRY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 18 HURLBUTT RD., LEDYARD, CT, 06339 |
(860) 464-6943
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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 NORWICH PUBLIC UTILITY PLT, CT US, located 3.1 miles from Preston town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37.7° | 21.2° | 29.5° | 3.89" | 9.0" |
| February | 40.5° | 22.9° | 31.7° | 3.75" | 7.1" |
| March | 47.8° | 29.4° | 38.6° | 5.09" | 5.0" |
| April | 59.3° | 39.1° | 49.2° | 4.71" | 0.8" |
| May | 69.9° | 48.9° | 59.4° | 3.64" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.4° | 58.5° | 68.4° | 4.27" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.1° | 64.8° | 74.4° | 3.63" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.6° | 62.7° | 72.6° | 4.41" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.5° | 54.9° | 65.2° | 4.79" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.9° | 43.6° | 53.8° | 4.86" | 0.0" |
| November | 53.0° | 34.3° | 43.6° | 4.17" | 0.3" |
| December | 43.2° | 27.0° | 35.1° | 4.97" | 5.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mashantucket CDP | CDP | 4.1 mi | — |
| Norwich city | City | 4.7 mi | — |
| Jewett City borough | Borough | 6.3 mi | — |
| Baltic CDP | CDP | 7.4 mi | — |
| Gales Ferry CDP | CDP | 7.8 mi | — |
| Oxoboxo River CDP | CDP | 8.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0918062150. • 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.