Sprague town, Connecticut
Sprague town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Sprague town is a geographic entity located in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,954. The land area covers 13.24 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,954 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 48.5 yrs | ±10.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,201 | ±133 | 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 | 1,309 | ±158 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,201 | ±133 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 108 | ±64 |
| Median Home Value | $273,500 | ±$16,841 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,247 | ±$144 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $92,850 | ±$11,458 |
| Per Capita Income | $43,571 | ±$5,934 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.1% | ±4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 231 | ±115 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.7% | ±3.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,613 | ±141 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.9% | ±14.3% |
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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GUS Population: 2,948 (2024)
ID: 101741
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: FIRST SELECTMAN
PO BOX 162, BALTIC CT 06330-0162
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Andover, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Willimantic, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Colchester, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Brooklyn, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Brooklyn, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Canterbury, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Coventry, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Chaplin, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | North Windham, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Colchester, 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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Eastern Connecticut State University
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College | 9.4 mi away | 83 Windham St, Willimantic, CT, 06226 |
8604655000
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SPRAGUE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 76 MAIN ST., SPRAGUE, CT, 06330 |
(860) 822-3012
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University of Connecticut
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College | 14.9 mi away | 352 Mansfield Road, Storrs, CT, 06269 |
8604862000
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JANET CARLSON CALVERT LIBRARY
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 5 TYLER DRIVE, FRANKLIN, CT, 06254 |
(860) 642-6207
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Connecticut College
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College | 17.7 mi away | 270 Mohegan Avenue, New London, CT, 06320-4196 |
8604471911
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SCOTLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 21 BROOK ROAD, SCOTLAND, CT, 06264 |
(860) 423-1492
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United States Coast Guard Academy
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College | 18.0 mi away | 15 Mohegan Avenue, New London, CT, 06320 |
8604448444
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SLATER LIBRARY
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 26 MAIN ST., GRISWOLD, CT, 06351 |
(860) 376-0024
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Mitchell College
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College | 21.3 mi away | 437 Pequot Avenue, New London, CT, 06320 |
8607015000
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GUILFORD SMITH MEMORIAL LIBRARY, INC
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Library | 5.7 mi away | 17 MAIN ST., WINDHAM, CT, 06266 |
(860) 423-5159
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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 7.5 miles from Sprague 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baltic CDP | CDP | 1.8 mi | — |
| Jewett City borough | Borough | 5.4 mi | — |
| Norwich city | City | 6.1 mi | — |
| South Windham CDP | CDP | 6.4 mi | — |
| Plainfield Village CDP | CDP | 8.4 mi | — |
| Willimantic CDP | CDP | 8.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0918071670. • 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.