West Haven, Connecticut Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of West Haven, Connecticut is 55,147 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 12th-largest city in Connecticut. The median household income is $73,566, the median home value is $265,200, and the median age is 36.0.
The population has declined 0.3% since 2010 (55,570 → 55,379).
55,147
Population
5130
People / sq mi
$73,566
Median Income
$265,200
Median Home Value
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West Haven covers 10.8 sq mi of land at 5130 people per square mile.
About West Haven, CT
West Haven stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 5,130 people per square mile. With 55,147 residents, West Haven is a city in Connecticut. It ranks #12 among cities in Connecticut by population.
The typical household here earns about $73,566, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 8.5%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $265,200, with typical rent around $1,389.
Roughly 29.0% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Around 8.6% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 24 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in West Haven: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
West Haven city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of West Haven city had a population of 55,570 in 2010 and 55,379 in 2024, a -0.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 55,570 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.02%.
55,379
Population (2024)
55,570
Population (2010)
55,570
Peak (2010)
-0.02%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 55,570 |
| 2011 | 55,510 |
| 2012 | 55,284 |
| 2013 | 55,130 |
| 2014 | 55,289 |
| 2015 | 54,872 |
| 2016 | 54,640 |
| 2017 | 54,841 |
| 2018 | 54,895 |
| 2019 | 54,620 |
| 2020 | 55,553 |
| 2021 | 55,303 |
| 2022 | 55,297 |
| 2023 | 55,245 |
| 2024 | 55,379 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 51.4% |
| Black or African American | 19.6% |
| Asian | 0.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.2% |
Economy & Income
$73,566
Median Household Income
$35,483
Per Capita Income
8.5%
Poverty Rate
4.3%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$265,200
Median Home Value
$1,389
Median Rent
51.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
87.7%
High School+
29.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
3.4%
Drive Alone
73.6%
Public Transit
8.6%
Work From Home
24.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
20.5%
Foreign Born
69.5%
Non-English at Home
4.9%
Veterans
11.6%
With Disability
90.9%
Health Insurance
94.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 32.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 13.2% |
| Manufacturing | 9.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.8% |
| Retail Trade | 7.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.4% |
| Construction | 5.1% |
| Information | 4.0% |
| Public Administration | 2.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
West Haven, Connecticut has a population of 55,147 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 12th-largest city in Connecticut.
The median household income in West Haven, Connecticut is $73,566, with 8.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in West Haven, Connecticut is $265,200, with median monthly rent at $1,389 and a homeownership rate of 51.1%.
The median age in West Haven, Connecticut is 36.0 years. The population is 48.2% male and 51.8% female.
The population has declined 0.3% since 2010 (55,570 → 55,379).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.