Prospect town, Connecticut
Prospect town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Prospect town is a geographic entity located in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region, Connecticut. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 9,638. The land area covers 14.20 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 9,638 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 46.8 yrs | ±3.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,529 | ±210 | 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 | 3,703 | ±208 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,529 | ±210 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 174 | ±162 |
| Median Home Value | $355,400 | ±$21,192 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,800 | ±$433 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $126,394 | ±$17,555 |
| Per Capita Income | $56,503 | ±$6,891 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.2% | ±2.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 300 | ±194 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.3% | ±3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,837 | ±390 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.7% | ±1.3% |
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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TOWN OF PROSPECT
GUS Population: 9,573 (2024)
ID: 124058
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: MAYOR
36 CENTER ST, PROSPECT CT 06712-1699
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Prospect | 06-08 | Prospect, CT | |
| Regular School Prospect | PK-05 | Prospect, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | Guilford, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Guilford, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-09 | Waterbury, CT | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Plainville, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | New Britain, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Wolcott, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | New Haven, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Bethany, 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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Dolce The Academy
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College Vocational | 3.0 mi away | 91 Schraffts Drive Suite 7, Waterbury, CT, 06705 |
2035283550
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PROSPECT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.2 mi away | 17 CENTER ST., PROSPECT, CT, 06712 |
(203) 758-3001
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Industrial Management Training Institute
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College Vocational | 4.7 mi away | 233 Mill St, Waterbury, CT, 06706 |
2037537910
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CHESHIRE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 104 MAIN ST., CHESHIRE, CT, 06410 |
(203) 272-2245
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University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus
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College | 5.1 mi away | 99 East Main Street, Waterbury, CT, 06702 |
2032369800
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HOWARD WHITTEMORE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 243 CHURCH ST., NAUGATUCK, CT, 06770 |
(203) 729-4591
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Post University
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College | 6.0 mi away | 800 Country Club Rd, Waterbury, CT, 06723 |
8003452562
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CLARK MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 538 AMITY RD., BETHANY, CT, 06524 |
(203) 393-2103
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Quinnipiac University
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College | 7.0 mi away | 275 Mt Carmel Ave, Hamden, CT, 06518 |
2035828200
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SILAS BRONSON LIBRARY
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 267 GRAND ST., WATERBURY, CT, 06702 |
(203) 574-8221
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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 MT CARMEL, CT US, located 7.4 miles from Prospect 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° | 20.2° | 29.0° | 3.60" | — |
| February | 40.6° | 22.0° | 31.3° | 3.46" | — |
| March | 48.1° | 28.4° | 38.3° | 4.43" | — |
| April | 60.5° | 38.1° | 49.3° | 4.66" | — |
| May | 70.7° | 48.3° | 59.5° | 3.68" | — |
| June | 79.3° | 57.8° | 68.6° | 4.90" | — |
| July | 84.7° | 63.8° | 74.2° | 3.81" | — |
| August | 83.5° | 62.1° | 72.8° | 3.77" | — |
| September | 76.4° | 55.0° | 65.7° | 4.33" | — |
| October | 64.4° | 43.4° | 53.9° | 4.91" | — |
| November | 52.5° | 33.8° | 43.1° | 4.35" | — |
| December | 42.3° | 26.5° | 34.4° | 4.51" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Naugatuck borough | Borough | 4.0 mi | — |
| Cheshire Village CDP | CDP | 4.1 mi | — |
| Waterbury city | City | 5.2 mi | — |
| Quinnipiac University CDP | CDP | 6.9 mi | — |
| Plantsville CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
| Oakville CDP | CDP | 8.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0914062290. • 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.