Wethersfield town, Connecticut
Wethersfield town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Wethersfield town is a geographic entity located in Capitol Planning Region, Connecticut. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 27,291. The land area covers 12.30 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 27,291 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 43.4 yrs | ±1.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 11,212 | ±393 | 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 | 11,747 | ±369 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 11,212 | ±393 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 535 | ±218 |
| Median Home Value | $324,600 | ±$11,490 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,370 | ±$150 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $126,806 | ±$11,712 |
| Per Capita Income | $57,772 | ±$2,710 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.9% | ±2.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,886 | ±598 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.4% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 14,537 | ±541 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.3% | ±2.1% |
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: 27,372 (2024)
ID: 183954
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: EXECUTIVE SECREATY
505 SILAS DEANE HWY, WETHERSFIELD CT 06109-2280
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Wethersfield | PK-06 | Wethersfield, CT | |
| Regular School Wethersfield | PK | Wethersfield, CT | |
| Regular School Wethersfield | PK-06 | Wethersfield, CT | |
| Regular School Wethersfield | PK-05 | Wethersfield, CT | |
| Regular School Wethersfield | KG-06 | Wethersfield, CT | |
| Regular School Wethersfield | PK-06 | Wethersfield, CT | |
| Regular School Wethersfield | PK-06 | Wethersfield, CT | |
| Regular School Wethersfield | 07-08 | Wethersfield, CT | |
| Regular School Wethersfield | 09-12 | Wethersfield, CT | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Hartford, 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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International Institute of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 0.6 mi away | 632 Silas Deane Hwy, Wethersfield, CT, 06109 |
86057103301
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WETHERSFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.7 mi away | 515 SILAS DEANE HIGHWAY, WETHERSFIELD, CT, 06109 |
(860) 529-2665
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Goodwin University
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College | 3.2 mi away | One Riverside Drive, East Hartford, CT, 06118 |
8605284111
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CAMP FIELD BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 30 CAMPFIELD AVENUE, HARTFORD, CT, 06114 |
(860) 695-7440
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Trinity College
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College | 3.3 mi away | 300 Summit St, Hartford, CT, 06106-3100 |
8602972000
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CORA J. BELDEN LIBRARY
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Library | 2.9 mi away | 33 CHURCH ST., ROCKY HILL, CT, 06067 |
(860) 258-7621
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American Institute-West Hartford
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College | 3.4 mi away | 99 South Street, West Hartford, CT, 06110-1922 |
8609472299
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LUCY ROBBINS WELLES LIBRARY
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 100 GARFIELD ST., NEWINGTON, CT, 06111 |
(860) 665-8700
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University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus
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College | 4.2 mi away | 10 Prospect Street, Hartford, CT, 06103 |
9592003500
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WELLES-TURNER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 3.2 mi away | 2407 MAIN ST., GLASTONBURY, CT, 06033 |
(860) 652-7719
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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 HARTFORD BRAINARD FLD, CT US, located 2.5 miles from Wethersfield town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.8° | 20.3° | 28.6° | 2.94" | — |
| February | 39.5° | 22.1° | 30.8° | 2.57" | — |
| March | 47.6° | 29.6° | 38.6° | 3.51" | — |
| April | 60.1° | 40.0° | 50.0° | 3.79" | — |
| May | 70.9° | 50.1° | 60.5° | 3.43" | — |
| June | 79.6° | 59.8° | 69.7° | 3.88" | — |
| July | 84.6° | 65.7° | 75.2° | 3.87" | — |
| August | 83.0° | 64.2° | 73.6° | 3.48" | — |
| September | 75.6° | 56.0° | 65.8° | 3.97" | — |
| October | 63.7° | 44.3° | 54.0° | 4.20" | — |
| November | 52.1° | 34.6° | 43.3° | 3.44" | — |
| December | 41.7° | 25.9° | 33.8° | 3.75" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wethersfield CDP | CDP | 0.0 mi | — |
| Newington CDP | CDP | 3.3 mi | — |
| Glastonbury Center CDP | CDP | 3.6 mi | — |
| Hartford city | City | 4.4 mi | — |
| East Hartford CDP | CDP | 5.1 mi | — |
| West Hartford CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0911084900. • 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.