ZIP Code 06437, Connecticut
ZIP Code 06437 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 06437 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Connecticut. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 22,067. The land area covers 47.12 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 22,067 | ±72 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 51.2 yrs | ±1.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 8,856 | ±337 | 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 | 9,825 | ±376 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 8,856 | ±337 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 969 | ±270 |
| Median Home Value | $515,000 | ±$39,558 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,717 | ±$128 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $137,615 | ±$11,292 |
| Per Capita Income | $73,108 | ±$5,581 |
| Poverty Rate | 2.8% | ±0.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 624 | ±175 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 10,630 | ±478 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94.7% | ±1.7% |
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 | 05-06 | Guilford, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Guilford, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | New Haven, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | New Haven, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | New Haven, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | New Haven, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Hamden, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | New Haven, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Middletown, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Meriden, 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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TIGI Hairdressing Academy Guilford
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College Vocational | 3.1 mi away | 860 Boston Post Road, Guilford, CT, 06437 |
2034583334
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GUILFORD FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 67 PARK ST., GUILFORD, CT, 06437 |
(203) 453-8282
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Branford Academy of Hair & Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 9.0 mi away | 251 West Main St, Branford, CT, 06405 |
2033152985
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NORTH BRANFORD LIBRARY DEPARTMENT
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 1720 FOXON RD., NORTH BRANFORD, CT, 06471 |
(203) 315-6020
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Paul Mitchell the School-North Haven
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College Vocational | 9.5 mi away | 97 Washington Avenue, North Haven, CT, 06473 |
8669425627
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WILLOUGHBY WALLACE MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 5.2 mi away | 146 THIMBLE ISLANDS ROAD, BRANFORD, CT, 06405 |
(203) 488-8702
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Albertus Magnus College
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College | 11.8 mi away | 700 Prospect St, New Haven, CT, 06511-1189 |
2037738550
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E.C. SCRANTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 810 BOSTON POST RD., MADISON, CT, 06443 |
(203) 245-7365
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Quinnipiac University
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College | 11.9 mi away | 275 Mt Carmel Ave, Hamden, CT, 06518 |
2035828200
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EDWARD SMITH LIBRARY
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Library | 6.6 mi away | 3 OLD POST RD., NORTH BRANFORD, CT, 06472 |
(203) 484-0469
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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 11.0 miles from ZCTA5 06437. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guilford Center CDP | CDP | 3.6 mi | — |
| Madison Center CDP | CDP | 6.0 mi | — |
| Northford CDP | CDP | 6.3 mi | — |
| Branford Center CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
| East Haven CDP | CDP | 8.8 mi | — |
| North Haven CDP | CDP | 9.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 06437. • 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.