Watertown town, Connecticut
Watertown town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Watertown town is a geographic entity located in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region, Connecticut. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 22,526. The land area covers 29.01 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 22,526 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 46.3 yrs | ±2.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 8,772 | ±475 | 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 | 9,417 | ±474 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 8,772 | ±475 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 645 | ±261 |
| Median Home Value | $333,500 | ±$15,654 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,275 | ±$227 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $101,691 | ±$6,987 |
| Per Capita Income | $48,479 | ±$2,956 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.3% | ±1.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 960 | ±413 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 12,261 | ±636 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.5% | ±0.5% |
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: 22,497 (2024)
ID: 161484
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CHAIRMAN
410 CHERRY AVE, WATERTOWN CT 06795-2818
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Watertown | 03-05 | Watertown, CT | |
| Regular School Watertown | 09-12 | Watertown, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-09 | Waterbury, CT | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Plainville, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Wolcott, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Bethany, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Naugatuck, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-06 | New Hartford, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Avon, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Avon, 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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Belle Academy of Cosmetology LLC
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College Vocational | 3.3 mi away | 27A South Commons Road, Waterbury, CT, 06704-1035 |
2035280200
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WATERTOWN LIBRARY ASSOCIATION
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 470 MAIN ST., WATERTOWN, CT, 06795 |
(860) 945-5360
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University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus
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College | 5.8 mi away | 99 East Main Street, Waterbury, CT, 06702 |
2032369800
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OAKVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 55 DAVIS STREET, WATERTOWN, CT, 06779 |
(860) 945-5368
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Post University
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College | 5.9 mi away | 800 Country Club Rd, Waterbury, CT, 06723 |
8003452562
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THOMASTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.3 mi away | 248 MAIN ST., THOMASTON, CT, 06787 |
(860) 283-4339
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Industrial Management Training Institute
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College Vocational | 6.2 mi away | 233 Mill St, Waterbury, CT, 06706 |
2037537910
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BUNKER HILL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 4.3 mi away | 192 BUNKER HILL AVENUE, WATERBURY, CT, 06708 |
(203) 574-8240
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Dolce The Academy
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College Vocational | 8.3 mi away | 91 Schraffts Drive Suite 7, Waterbury, CT, 06705 |
2035283550
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BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 32 MAIN STREET SOUTH, BETHLEHEM, CT, 06751 |
(203) 266-7510
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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 BURLINGTON, CT US, located 15.4 miles from Watertown town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.3° | 17.0° | 26.6° | 3.65" | 11.1" |
| February | 39.1° | 18.3° | 28.7° | 3.36" | 11.8" |
| March | 46.6° | 25.9° | 36.3° | 4.22" | 5.5" |
| April | 59.5° | 36.1° | 47.8° | 4.28" | 0.5" |
| May | 70.4° | 46.8° | 58.6° | 4.19" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.5° | 56.6° | 67.6° | 4.83" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.7° | 62.1° | 72.9° | 4.44" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.0° | 60.2° | 71.1° | 5.14" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.3° | 52.5° | 63.9° | 5.01" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.3° | 40.8° | 52.0° | 5.66" | 0.6" |
| November | 52.1° | 32.2° | 42.2° | 3.87" | 0.8" |
| December | 41.4° | 24.0° | 32.7° | 4.81" | 8.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watertown CDP | CDP | 1.2 mi | — |
| Oakville CDP | CDP | 2.3 mi | — |
| Thomaston CDP | CDP | 4.4 mi | — |
| Bethlehem Village CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Waterbury city | City | 5.7 mi | — |
| Terryville CDP | CDP | 6.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0914080490. • 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.