ZIP Code 06870, Connecticut
ZIP Code 06870 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 06870 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Connecticut. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 7,864. The land area covers 2.27 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,864 | ±747 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40 yrs | ±1.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,756 | ±250 | 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 | 2,922 | ±275 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,756 | ±250 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 166 | ±100 |
| Median Home Value | $1,788,700 | ±$184,813 |
| Median Gross Rent | $3,500+ | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $250,000+ | — |
| Per Capita Income | $144,459 | ±$14,382 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.4% | ±1.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 266 | ±111 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.2% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,446 | ±378 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97.4% | ±2.5% |
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 | 09-12 | BRONX, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | NEW ROCHELLE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | ELMSFORD, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-06 | ELMSFORD, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | MOUNT VERNON, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | LOCUST VALLEY, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-05 | EASTCHESTER, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | BRONX, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | BRONX, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ARDSLEY, NY |
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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SUNY Old Westbury
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College | 15.8 mi away | 223 Store Hill Rd, Old Westbury, NY, 11568-0210 |
5168763000
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SYOSSET PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.2 mi away | 225 SOUTH OYSTER BAY ROAD, SYOSSET, NY, 11791 |
(516) 921-7161
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Veeb Nassau County School of Practical Nursing
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College Vocational | 18.2 mi away | 30 East Cherry Street, Hicksville, NY, 11801-4302 |
5165721704
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JERICHO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.3 mi away | 1 MERRY LANE, JERICHO, NY, 11753 |
(516) 935-6790
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Elmezzi Graduate School of Molecular Medicine
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College | 18.7 mi away | 350 Community Drive, Manhasset, NY, 11030-3816 |
8553563994
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BRYANT LIBRARY
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Library | 16.3 mi away | 2 PAPER MILL ROAD, ROSLYN, NY, 11576 |
(516) 621-2240
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Long Island Nail Skin & Hair Institute
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College Vocational | 19.0 mi away | 1055 Stewart Avenue, Bethpage, NY, 11714 |
5165204800
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MANHASSET PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.4 mi away | 30 ONDERDONK AVENUE, MANHASSET, NY, 11030 |
(516) 627-2300
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Five Towns College
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College | 19.2 mi away | 305 North Service Road, Dix Hills, NY, 11746-5871 |
6314247000
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MELVILLE BRANCH
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Library | 18.1 mi away | 510 SWEET HOLLOW ROAD, MELVILLE, NY, 11747 |
(631) 421-4535
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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 STAMFORD 5 N, CT US, located 6.8 miles from ZCTA5 06870. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.0° | 22.2° | 30.1° | 4.26" | 9.1" |
| February | 41.4° | 23.1° | 32.2° | 3.14" | 11.9" |
| March | 49.1° | 30.4° | 39.8° | 4.73" | 5.9" |
| April | 62.0° | 40.3° | 51.1° | 4.44" | 0.5" |
| May | 72.3° | 50.0° | 61.1° | 4.12" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.8° | 58.5° | 69.2° | 4.91" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.8° | 64.4° | 74.6° | 3.77" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.9° | 63.1° | 73.0° | 3.81" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.7° | 56.2° | 66.0° | 5.21" | 0.0" |
| October | 64.4° | 44.6° | 54.5° | 4.59" | 0.0" |
| November | 53.1° | 35.1° | 44.1° | 4.19" | 0.8" |
| December | 42.7° | 27.3° | 35.0° | 4.44" | 5.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Greenwich CDP | CDP | 0.6 mi | — |
| Riverside CDP | CDP | 0.7 mi | — |
| Cos Cob CDP | CDP | 1.8 mi | — |
| Indian Field CDP | CDP | 2.2 mi | — |
| Greenwich CDP | CDP | 2.9 mi | — |
| Stamford city | City | 3.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 06870. • 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.