Ridgefield town, Connecticut
Ridgefield town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Ridgefield town is a geographic entity located in Western Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 25,373. The land area covers 34.50 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 25,373 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 45.1 yrs | ±1.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,194 | ±393 | 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 | 9,587 | ±369 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,194 | ±393 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 393 | ±158 |
| Median Home Value | $836,200 | ±$25,821 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,026 | ±$200 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $179,219 | ±$12,450 |
| Per Capita Income | $92,891 | ±$6,939 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.5% | ±1.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 883 | ±282 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.9% | ±1.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 12,232 | ±490 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.3% | ±5.7% |
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: 25,300 (2024)
ID: 161459
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: FIRST SELECTMAN
400 MAIN ST, RIDGEFIELD CT 06877-4610
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Ridgefield | PK-05 | Ridgefield, CT | |
| Regular School Ridgefield | PK-05 | Ridgefield, CT | |
| Regular School Ridgefield | 06-08 | Ridgefield, CT | |
| Regular School Ridgefield | PK-05 | Ridgefield, CT | |
| Regular School Ridgefield | PK-05 | Ridgefield, CT | |
| Regular School Ridgefield | 09-12 | Ridgefield, CT | |
| Regular School Ridgefield | PK-05 | Ridgefield, CT | |
| Regular School Ridgefield | 06-08 | Ridgefield, CT | |
| Regular School Ridgefield | PK-05 | Ridgefield, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-KG | Bridgeport, 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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Western Connecticut State University
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College | 6.4 mi away | 181 White Street, Danbury, CT, 06810-6826 |
2038378200
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RIDGEFIELD LIBRARY
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 472 MAIN ST., RIDGEFIELD, CT, 06877 |
(203) 438-2282
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TIGI Hairdressing Academy Newtown
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College Vocational | 12.0 mi away | 99 South Main Street, Newtown, CT, 06470-0000 |
2034261138
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LONG RIDGE LIBRARY
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 191 LONG RIDGE RD., DANBURY, CT, 06810 |
(203) 748-1011
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Sacred Heart University
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College | 14.9 mi away | 5151 Park Ave, Fairfield, CT, 06825-1000 |
2033717999
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LEWISBORO LIBRARY
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 15 MAIN STREET, SOUTH SALEM, NY, 10590 |
(914) 875-9004
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Fairfield University
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College | 16.8 mi away | 1073 N Benson Rd, Fairfield, CT, 06824-5195 |
2032544000
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RUTH KEELER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 5.2 mi away | 276 TITICUS ROAD, NORTH SALEM, NY, 10560 |
(914) 669-5161
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Kehilath Yakov Rabbinical Seminary
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College | 17.7 mi away | 340 Illington Road, Ossining, NY, 10562 |
71896312122108
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MARK TWAIN LIBRARY
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 439 REDDING RD, REDDING, CT, 06875 |
(203) 938-2545
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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 DANBURY MUNI AP, CT US, located 3.8 miles from Ridgefield town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35.9° | 18.1° | 27.0° | 3.06" | — |
| February | 38.7° | 19.7° | 29.2° | 2.69" | — |
| March | 46.7° | 27.2° | 36.9° | 3.89" | — |
| April | 58.7° | 36.6° | 47.7° | 3.74" | — |
| May | 69.1° | 46.4° | 57.8° | 3.78" | — |
| June | 77.7° | 56.1° | 66.9° | 4.48" | — |
| July | 82.4° | 61.6° | 72.0° | 4.46" | — |
| August | 80.4° | 60.0° | 70.2° | 4.62" | — |
| September | 73.6° | 52.3° | 62.9° | 4.81" | — |
| October | 62.3° | 40.8° | 51.5° | 4.48" | — |
| November | 51.1° | 31.3° | 41.2° | 3.78" | — |
| December | 40.8° | 23.9° | 32.4° | 4.24" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakes East CDP | CDP | 1.0 mi | — |
| Route 7 Gateway CDP | CDP | 1.3 mi | — |
| Lakes West CDP | CDP | 1.4 mi | — |
| Mamanasco Lake CDP | CDP | 1.6 mi | — |
| West Mountain CDP | CDP | 2.6 mi | — |
| Topstone CDP | CDP | 3.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0919063970. • 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.