Bethel, Connecticut Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Bethel, Connecticut is 11,606 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 34th-largest city in Connecticut. The median household income is $88,344, the median home value is $377,500, and the median age is 40.9.
11,606
Population
1883
People / sq mi
$88,344
Median Income
$377,500
Median Home Value
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Bethel covers 6.2 sq mi of land at 1883 people per square mile.
About Bethel, CT
The poverty rate is what most separates Bethel from the typical city: 2.6% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. Bethel is a city in Connecticut with a population of 11,606. It ranks #34 among cities in Connecticut by population.
The typical household here earns about $88,344, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty is relatively low for US cities at 2.6%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $377,500, with typical rent around $1,471.
38.4% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, above the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 12.0%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 61.7% |
| Black or African American | 10.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.1% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$88,344
Median Household Income
$50,401
Per Capita Income
2.6%
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$377,500
Median Home Value
$1,471
Median Rent
69.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
89.0%
High School+
38.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.8%
Drive Alone
75.6%
Public Transit
12.0%
Work From Home
31.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
33.3%
Foreign Born
70.1%
Non-English at Home
4.4%
Veterans
11.4%
With Disability
89.9%
Health Insurance
96.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.1% |
| Manufacturing | 8.0% |
| Construction | 7.1% |
| Information | 7.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 6.5% |
| Retail Trade | 5.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 4.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.6% |
| Public Administration | 2.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bethel, Connecticut has a population of 11,606 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 34th-largest city in Connecticut.
The median household income in Bethel, Connecticut is $88,344, with 2.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Bethel, Connecticut is $377,500, with median monthly rent at $1,471 and a homeownership rate of 69.2%.
The median age in Bethel, Connecticut is 40.9 years. The population is 49.3% male and 50.7% female.
Bethel Cdp, CT Climate
Bethel Cdp, CT has an average annual temperature of 9.7°C (49°F) and receives about 1253 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
9.7°C
Avg Temp
1253
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -3° / 26° | 95 mm |
| February | -2° / 28° | 85 mm |
| March | 3° / 37° | 107 mm |
| April | 9° / 47° | 112 mm |
| May | 15° / 58° | 117 mm |
| June | 19° / 67° | 103 mm |
| July | 22° / 72° | 105 mm |
| August | 21° / 70° | 103 mm |
| September | 17° / 63° | 106 mm |
| October | 11° / 52° | 103 mm |
| November | 6° / 42° | 113 mm |
| December | 0° / 31° | 104 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Bethel Cdp, CT
The most comfortable months to visit Bethel Cdp, CT are typically August, July and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 28°C high). The coldest is January (near -8°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.