East Hartford, Connecticut Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of East Hartford, Connecticut is 50,798 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 13th-largest city in Connecticut. The median household income is $66,943, the median home value is $215,400, and the median age is 38.3.
50,798
Population
2821
People / sq mi
$66,943
Median Income
$215,400
Median Home Value
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East Hartford covers 18.0 sq mi of land at 2821 people per square mile.
About East Hartford, CT
Educational attainment is the headline number in East Hartford: 17.6% of adults 25 and older have a four-year degree. With 50,798 residents, East Hartford is a city in Connecticut. It ranks #13 among cities in Connecticut by population.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $66,943 — below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 11.2%, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $215,400, with typical rent around $1,184.
College attainment is 17.6%, below the national 35.0%. About 9.6% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 43.1% |
| Black or African American | 25.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$66,943
Median Household Income
$33,395
Per Capita Income
11.2%
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$215,400
Median Home Value
$1,184
Median Rent
59.0%
Owner-Occupied
Education
86.9%
High School+
17.6%
Bachelor's+
Commute
3.9%
Drive Alone
75.8%
Public Transit
9.6%
Work From Home
21.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
14.6%
Foreign Born
60.6%
Non-English at Home
3.9%
Veterans
13.9%
With Disability
94.1%
Health Insurance
94.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.3% |
| Manufacturing | 12.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.5% |
| Retail Trade | 8.4% |
| Information | 8.0% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.5% |
| Construction | 5.8% |
| Public Administration | 4.7% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.6% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
East Hartford, Connecticut has a population of 50,798 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 13th-largest city in Connecticut.
The median household income in East Hartford, Connecticut is $66,943, with 11.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in East Hartford, Connecticut is $215,400, with median monthly rent at $1,184 and a homeownership rate of 59.0%.
The median age in East Hartford, Connecticut is 38.3 years. The population is 49.2% male and 50.8% female.
East Hartford Cdp, CT Climate
East Hartford Cdp, CT has an average annual temperature of 10.2°C (50°F) and receives about 1129 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
10.2°C
Avg Temp
1129
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -3° / 26° | 88 mm |
| February | -2° / 28° | 81 mm |
| March | 3° / 38° | 93 mm |
| April | 9° / 48° | 99 mm |
| May | 15° / 59° | 102 mm |
| June | 20° / 68° | 97 mm |
| July | 23° / 73° | 91 mm |
| August | 22° / 72° | 93 mm |
| September | 18° / 64° | 98 mm |
| October | 11° / 53° | 90 mm |
| November | 6° / 43° | 100 mm |
| December | 0° / 32° | 97 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 East Hartford Cdp, CT
The most comfortable months to visit East Hartford Cdp, CT are typically August, June and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near -8°C low). May is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.