Sterling town, Connecticut
Sterling town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Sterling town is a geographic entity located in Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,736. The land area covers 27.22 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 3,736 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 39.4 yrs | ±5.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,225 | ±132 | 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 | 1,261 | ±130 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,225 | ±132 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 36 | ±45 |
| Median Home Value | $283,400 | ±$17,224 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $102,695 | ±$11,817 |
| Per Capita Income | $46,923 | ±$9,353 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.3% | ±5.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 299 | ±187 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.9% | ±3.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,865 | ±183 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.9% | ±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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GUS Population: 3,694 (2024)
ID: 183951
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
PO BOX 157, ONECO CT 06373-0157
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Sterling | PK-08 | Sterling, 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 | 05-08 | Canterbury, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Eastford, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Griswold, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Griswold, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Griswold, CT | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 07-12 | Jewett City, 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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New England Institute of Technology
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College | 16.4 mi away | One New England Tech Boulevard, East Greenwich, RI, 02818-1205 |
4017395000
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STERLING PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.7 mi away | 1183 PLAINFIELD PIKE, STERLING, CT, 06373 |
(860) 564-2692
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Community College of Rhode Island
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College | 17.3 mi away | 400 East Ave, Warwick, RI, 02886-1807 |
4018251000
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ALDRICH FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 299 MAIN ST., PLAINFIELD, CT, 06354 |
(860) 564-8760
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COLLECTIV Academy-Cranston
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College Vocational | 17.6 mi away | 1279 Oaklawn Ave, Cranston, RI, 02920 |
4014633633
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GREENE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 179 HOPKINS HOLLOW ROAD, GREENE, RI, 02827 |
(401) 397-3873
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Paul Mitchell the School-Rhode Island
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College Vocational | 18.8 mi away | 30 Chapel View Blvd., Suite 100, Cranston, RI, 02920 |
4019469920
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TYLER FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 81A MOOSUP VALLEY ROAD, FOSTER, RI, 02825 |
(401) 397-7930
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Rhode Island College
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College | 20.5 mi away | 600 Mount Pleasant Ave, Providence, RI, 02908 |
4014568000
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FOSTER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 184 HOWARD HILL ROAD, FOSTER, RI, 02825 |
(401) 397-4801
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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 N FOSTER 1 E, RI US, located 11.5 miles from Sterling town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34.8° | 18.5° | 26.6° | 4.49" | 15.5" |
| February | 37.8° | 19.9° | 28.9° | 3.91" | 15.6" |
| March | 45.7° | 26.9° | 36.3° | 5.21" | 13.4" |
| April | 57.7° | 36.7° | 47.2° | 4.68" | 2.6" |
| May | 68.0° | 46.5° | 57.2° | 3.78" | 0.0" |
| June | 75.5° | 55.6° | 65.6° | 4.52" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.3° | 61.4° | 70.9° | 3.57" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.8° | 60.1° | 69.4° | 4.51" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.7° | 53.0° | 62.3° | 4.40" | 0.0" |
| October | 60.8° | 42.0° | 51.4° | 4.99" | 0.5" |
| November | 49.8° | 32.7° | 41.3° | 4.49" | 2.0" |
| December | 39.7° | 24.3° | 32.0° | 5.23" | 12.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moosup CDP | CDP | 3.2 mi | — |
| Greene CDP | CDP | 4.5 mi | — |
| Plainfield Village CDP | CDP | 5.9 mi | — |
| Wauregan CDP | CDP | 6.1 mi | — |
| Foster Center CDP | CDP | 7.5 mi | — |
| East Brooklyn CDP | CDP | 7.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0915073420. • 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.