West Haven town, Connecticut
West Haven town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
West Haven town is a geographic entity located in South Central Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 55,351. The land area covers 10.75 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 55,351 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 35.8 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 20,938 | ±708 | 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 | 21,973 | ±651 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 20,938 | ±708 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,035 | ±352 |
| Median Home Value | $291,700 | ±$9,232 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,442 | ±$43 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $74,382 | ±$4,572 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,740 | ±$2,005 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.1% | ±2.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 7,305 | ±1,283 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.3% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 27,004 | ±1,061 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.9% | ±0.4% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School West Haven | PK-04 | West Haven, CT | |
| Regular School West Haven | 05-06 | West Haven, CT | |
| Regular School West Haven | PK-04 | West Haven, CT | |
| Regular School West Haven | 06-12 | West Haven, CT | |
| Regular School West Haven | PK-04 | West Haven, CT | |
| Regular School West Haven | 07-08 | West Haven, CT | |
| Regular School West Haven | PK-04 | West Haven, CT | |
| Regular School West Haven | PK-04 | West Haven, CT | |
| Regular School West Haven | PK-04 | West Haven, CT | |
| Regular School West Haven | 09-12 | West Haven, CT |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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WEST HAVEN VA MEDICAL CENTER
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Acute Care - Veterans Administration | City address association | 950 CAMPBELL AVENUE, WEST HAVEN, CT, 06516 |
(203) 932-5711
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University of New Haven
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College | 1.4 mi away | 300 Boston Post Road, West Haven, CT, 06516-1916 |
2039327000
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WEST HAVEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.8 mi away | 300 ELM ST., WEST HAVEN, CT, 06516 |
(203) 937-4233
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Yale University
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College | 3.4 mi away | Woodbridge Hall, New Haven, CT, 06520 |
2034322550
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ORA MASON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 260 BENHAM HILL ROAD, WEST HAVEN, CT, 06516 |
(203) 933-9381
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Southern Connecticut State University
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College | 4.3 mi away | 501 Crescent Street, New Haven, CT, 06515-1355 |
2033925200
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WEST HAVEN PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE SERVICE
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 260 BENHAM HILL ROAD, WEST HAVEN, CT, 06516 |
(203) 933-9381
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Albertus Magnus College
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College | 4.8 mi away | 700 Prospect St, New Haven, CT, 06511-1189 |
2037738550
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WILSON BRANCH
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 303 WASHINGTON AVE., NEW HAVEN, CT, 06519 |
(203) 946-2228
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Porter & Chester Institute of Hamden
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College Vocational | 5.5 mi away | 1245 Dixwell Avenue, Hamden, CT, 06514 |
4752346600
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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 NEW HAVEN TWEED AP, CT US, located 4.2 miles from West Haven town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.1° | 23.0° | 30.5° | 2.72" | — |
| February | 40.2° | 23.9° | 32.0° | 2.84" | — |
| March | 47.0° | 30.1° | 38.5° | 3.66" | — |
| April | 57.8° | 39.3° | 48.5° | 4.19" | — |
| May | 67.7° | 49.4° | 58.5° | 3.54" | — |
| June | 76.4° | 59.3° | 67.9° | 3.47" | — |
| July | 82.1° | 65.7° | 73.9° | 3.36" | — |
| August | 81.0° | 64.7° | 72.9° | 3.55" | — |
| September | 74.7° | 57.3° | 66.0° | 4.03" | — |
| October | 63.8° | 45.5° | 54.7° | 3.78" | — |
| November | 53.4° | 35.9° | 44.7° | 3.12" | — |
| December | 43.7° | 28.9° | 36.3° | 3.53" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Haven city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Orange CDP | CDP | 3.1 mi | — |
| Woodmont borough | Borough | 3.5 mi | — |
| New Haven city | City | 3.5 mi | — |
| East Haven CDP | CDP | 5.9 mi | — |
| Milford city (balance) | City | 6.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0917082870. • 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.