ZIP Code 06247, Connecticut
ZIP Code 06247 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 06247 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Connecticut. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,412. The land area covers 33.37 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,412 | ±219 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 46 yrs | ±6.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 943 | ±82 | 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 | 1,029 | ±87 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 943 | ±82 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 86 | ±46 |
| Median Home Value | $293,000 | ±$18,076 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,226 | ±$200 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $108,854 | ±$19,301 |
| Per Capita Income | $52,570 | ±$4,607 |
| Poverty Rate | 6% | ±2.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 145 | ±66 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.8% | ±2.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,219 | ±126 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.7% | ±2.8% |
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 Nearby | PK-06 | Andover, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Willimantic, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Ashford, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Colchester, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Tolland, 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 | 06-08 | Coventry, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | West Willington, 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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Eastern Connecticut State University
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College | 8.1 mi away | 83 Windham St, Willimantic, CT, 06226 |
8604655000
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FLETCHER MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 257 MAIN ST., HAMPTON, CT, 06247 |
(860) 455-1086
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University of Connecticut
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College | 9.5 mi away | 352 Mansfield Road, Storrs, CT, 06269 |
8604862000
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CHAPLIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.4 mi away | 130 CHAPLIN ST., CHAPLIN, CT, 06235 |
(860) 455-9424
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Nichols College
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College | 20.5 mi away | Center Rd, Dudley, MA, 01571-5000 |
8004703379
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SCOTLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.7 mi away | 21 BROOK ROAD, SCOTLAND, CT, 06264 |
(860) 423-1492
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New England Tractor Trailer Training School of Connecticut
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College Vocational | 24.2 mi away | 32 Field Rd, Somers, CT, 06071 |
8002433544
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MANSFIELD LIBRARY
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Library | 6.2 mi away | 54 WARRENVILLE RD., MANSFIELD, CT, 06250 |
(860) 423-2501
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WINDHAM FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 7 WINDHAM GREEN ROAD, WINDHAM, CT, 06280 |
(860) 423-0636
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CANTERBURY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 1 MUNICIPAL DRIVE, CANTERBURY, CT, 06331 |
(860) 546-9022
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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 HAMPTON, CT US, located 1.1 miles from ZCTA5 06247. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.2° | 17.4° | 26.8° | 4.05" | — |
| February | 38.3° | 18.0° | 28.1° | 3.37" | — |
| March | 46.1° | 25.2° | 35.6° | 4.44" | — |
| April | 57.6° | 34.6° | 46.1° | 4.67" | — |
| May | 67.6° | 45.1° | 56.3° | 3.74" | — |
| June | 75.4° | 54.4° | 64.9° | 4.32" | — |
| July | 80.4° | 60.0° | 70.2° | 3.91" | — |
| August | 78.9° | 58.0° | 68.5° | 4.21" | — |
| September | 72.5° | 51.4° | 62.0° | 4.31" | — |
| October | 61.8° | 40.2° | 51.0° | 4.73" | — |
| November | 51.2° | 31.0° | 41.1° | 4.11" | — |
| December | 41.1° | 23.0° | 32.0° | 4.78" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mansfield Center CDP | CDP | 5.8 mi | — |
| Brooklyn CDP | CDP | 6.4 mi | — |
| Willimantic CDP | CDP | 7.9 mi | — |
| South Windham CDP | CDP | 8.0 mi | — |
| Wauregan CDP | CDP | 8.3 mi | — |
| East Brooklyn CDP | CDP | 8.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 06247. • 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.