Waterford town, Connecticut
Waterford town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Waterford town is a geographic entity located in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 20,435. The land area covers 32.87 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 20,435 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 46 yrs | ±2.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 8,106 | ±304 | 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 | 8,990 | ±326 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 8,106 | ±304 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 884 | ±238 |
| Median Home Value | $355,900 | ±$13,589 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,651 | ±$153 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $104,820 | ±$9,365 |
| Per Capita Income | $54,056 | ±$3,699 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.6% | ±2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 893 | ±391 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.6% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 9,362 | ±446 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.8% | ±2.2% |
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: 19,910 (2024)
ID: 183953
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: FINANCE DEPARTMENT
15 ROPE FERRY RD, WATERFORD CT 06385-2886
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Waterford | 06-08 | Waterford, CT | |
| Regular School Waterford | PK-05 | Waterford, CT | |
| Regular School Waterford | PK-05 | Waterford, CT | |
| Regular School Waterford | PK | Waterford, CT | |
| Regular School Waterford | 09-12 | Waterford, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | New London, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | New London, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Groton, CT | |
| Special Education School Nearby | PK | Old Lyme, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Groton, 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 | 2.8 mi away | 270 Mohegan Avenue, New London, CT, 06320-4196 |
8604471911
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WATERFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 49 ROPE FERRY RD., WATERFORD, CT, 06385 |
(860) 444-5805
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United States Coast Guard Academy
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College | 2.9 mi away | 15 Mohegan Avenue, New London, CT, 06320 |
8604448444
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PUBLIC LIBRARY OF NEW LONDON
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 63 HUNTINGTON ST., NEW LONDON, CT, 06320 |
(860) 447-1411
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Mitchell College
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College | 3.1 mi away | 437 Pequot Avenue, New London, CT, 06320 |
8607015000
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BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 3.5 mi away | 240 MONUMENT ST., GROTON, CT, 06340 |
(860) 445-0392
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University of Connecticut-Avery Point
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College | 4.9 mi away | 1084 Shennecossett Rd, Groton, CT, 06340-6097 |
8604059000
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EAST LYME PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 39 SOCIETY ROAD, EAST LYME, CT, 06357 |
(860) 739-6926
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GROTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.1 mi away | 52 NEWTOWN ROAD, ROUTE 117, GROTON, CT, 06340 |
(860) 441-6750
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GALES FERRY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.2 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 GROTON NEW LONDON AP, CT US, located 5.3 miles from Waterford town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.3° | 23.3° | 30.8° | 2.68" | — |
| February | 40.2° | 24.6° | 32.4° | 2.20" | — |
| March | 46.6° | 30.7° | 38.6° | 3.82" | — |
| April | 56.2° | 39.1° | 47.6° | 3.58" | — |
| May | 64.8° | 48.8° | 56.8° | 3.31" | — |
| June | 73.8° | 58.2° | 66.0° | 3.30" | — |
| July | 79.8° | 64.8° | 72.3° | 3.24" | — |
| August | 79.2° | 63.8° | 71.5° | 3.32" | — |
| September | 73.5° | 56.9° | 65.2° | 3.83" | — |
| October | 63.2° | 45.6° | 54.4° | 3.66" | — |
| November | 53.3° | 36.8° | 45.1° | 3.24" | — |
| December | 43.9° | 29.0° | 36.5° | 3.13" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterford CDP | CDP | 1.0 mi | — |
| New London city | City | 2.9 mi | — |
| Niantic CDP | CDP | 3.9 mi | — |
| Groton city | City | 4.5 mi | — |
| Conning Towers-Nautilus Park CDP | CDP | 5.0 mi | — |
| Long Hill CDP | CDP | 5.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0918080280. • 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.