Manchester, Connecticut Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Manchester, Connecticut is 36,561 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 18th-largest city in Connecticut. The median household income is $76,780, the median home value is $205,800, and the median age is 37.0.
36,561
Population
3959
People / sq mi
$76,780
Median Income
$205,800
Median Home Value
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Manchester covers 9.2 sq mi of land at 3959 people per square mile.
About Manchester, CT
Manchester stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 3,959 people per square mile. With 36,561 residents, Manchester is a city in Connecticut. It ranks #18 among cities in Connecticut by population.
The typical household here earns about $76,780, near the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 10.6%, below the national 12.4%. Homes are comparatively cheap — a median value of $205,800, with typical rent around $1,357.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 31.8% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. About 9.3% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Manchester: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 57.6% |
| Black or African American | 18.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$76,780
Median Household Income
$39,613
Per Capita Income
10.6%
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$205,800
Median Home Value
$1,357
Median Rent
55.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.5%
High School+
31.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
2.5%
Drive Alone
76.9%
Public Transit
9.3%
Work From Home
22.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
18.3%
Foreign Born
81.8%
Non-English at Home
4.2%
Veterans
16.3%
With Disability
95.4%
Health Insurance
94.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.9% |
| Manufacturing | 11.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.6% |
| Information | 7.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.7% |
| Retail Trade | 4.8% |
| Construction | 4.7% |
| Public Administration | 4.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.6% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Manchester, Connecticut has a population of 36,561 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 18th-largest city in Connecticut.
The median household income in Manchester, Connecticut is $76,780, with 10.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Manchester, Connecticut is $205,800, with median monthly rent at $1,357 and a homeownership rate of 55.3%.
The median age in Manchester, Connecticut is 37.0 years. The population is 50.4% male and 49.6% female.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.