ZIP Code 06472, Connecticut
ZIP Code 06472 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 06472 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Connecticut. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 6,363. The land area covers 16.06 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,363 | ±527 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 47.9 yrs | ±5.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,309 | ±195 | 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 | 2,378 | ±195 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,309 | ±195 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 69 | ±86 |
| Median Home Value | $405,200 | ±$31,538 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,408 | ±$326 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $105,729 | ±$24,905 |
| Per Capita Income | $60,141 | ±$12,532 |
| Poverty Rate | 4% | ±2.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 257 | ±177 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.4% | ±3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,125 | ±433 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 98% | ±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 | 05-06 | Guilford, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Guilford, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | West Haven, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | New Haven, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Bethany, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Orange, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Woodbridge, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | New Haven, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Waterbury, CT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | New Haven, 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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Paul Mitchell the School-North Haven
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College Vocational | 4.7 mi away | 97 Washington Avenue, North Haven, CT, 06473 |
8669425627
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EDWARD SMITH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 3 OLD POST RD., NORTH BRANFORD, CT, 06472 |
(203) 484-0469
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Quinnipiac University
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College | 7.0 mi away | 275 Mt Carmel Ave, Hamden, CT, 06518 |
2035828200
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NORTH BRANFORD LIBRARY DEPARTMENT
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 1720 FOXON RD., NORTH BRANFORD, CT, 06471 |
(203) 315-6020
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TIGI Hairdressing Academy Guilford
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College Vocational | 7.8 mi away | 860 Boston Post Road, Guilford, CT, 06437 |
2034583334
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NORTH HAVEN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 17 ELM ST., NORTH HAVEN, CT, 06473 |
(203) 239-5803
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Academy Di Capelli-School of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 8.1 mi away | 950 Yale Ave Unit 20, Wallingford, CT, 06492 |
20329494960
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WALLINGFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.0 mi away | 200 NORTH MAIN ST., WALLINGFORD, CT, 06492 |
(203) 265-6754
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Branford Academy of Hair & Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 8.1 mi away | 251 West Main St, Branford, CT, 06405 |
2033152985
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HAMDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.0 mi away | 2901 DIXWELL AVE., HAMDEN, CT, 06518 |
(203) 287-2686
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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 MT CARMEL, CT US, located 7.2 miles from ZCTA5 06472. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37.7° | 20.2° | 29.0° | 3.60" | — |
| February | 40.6° | 22.0° | 31.3° | 3.46" | — |
| March | 48.1° | 28.4° | 38.3° | 4.43" | — |
| April | 60.5° | 38.1° | 49.3° | 4.66" | — |
| May | 70.7° | 48.3° | 59.5° | 3.68" | — |
| June | 79.3° | 57.8° | 68.6° | 4.90" | — |
| July | 84.7° | 63.8° | 74.2° | 3.81" | — |
| August | 83.5° | 62.1° | 72.8° | 3.77" | — |
| September | 76.4° | 55.0° | 65.7° | 4.33" | — |
| October | 64.4° | 43.4° | 53.9° | 4.91" | — |
| November | 52.5° | 33.8° | 43.1° | 4.35" | — |
| December | 42.3° | 26.5° | 34.4° | 4.51" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northford CDP | CDP | 1.4 mi | — |
| North Haven CDP | CDP | 4.5 mi | — |
| Wallingford Center CDP | CDP | 5.6 mi | — |
| Quinnipiac University CDP | CDP | 7.0 mi | — |
| Branford Center CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
| East Haven CDP | CDP | 7.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 06472. • 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.