Rank #29 by Population · Updated April 2026
Connecticut Population 2026
The population of Connecticut is 3,598,348 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 29th-most populous state in the United States. The median household income is $93,760, the median home value is $343,200, and the median age is 41.2.
Connecticut's population has grown 229.7% since 1910 (1,114,756 → 3,675,069).
3,598,348
Population
743
People / sq mi
$93,760
Median Income
41.2
Median Age
Connecticut covers 4,842 sq mi of land at a density of 743.1 people per square mile.
About Connecticut
Connecticut stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US states, at roughly 743 people per square mile. Connecticut is a US state with a population of 3,598,348. It ranks #29 among US states by population.
Households take in a median $93,760, comfortably above the US median of $78,538. Only 6.8% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $343,200, with typical rent around $1,431.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US states — 41.9% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 14.4%, close to the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 27 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Connecticut: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Connecticut, #29 by population
Connecticut Population History (1910-2024)
The state of Connecticut had a population of 1,114,756 in 1910 and 3,675,069 in 2024, a 3.3× growth over 114 years. The peak was 3,675,069 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.96%.
3,675,069
Population (2024)
1,114,756
Population (1910)
3,675,069
Peak (2024)
0.96%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1910 | 1,114,756 |
| 1920 | 1,380,631 |
| 1930 | 1,606,903 |
| 1940 | 1,709,242 |
| 1950 | 2,007,280 |
| 1960 | 2,535,234 |
| 1970 | 3,031,709 |
| 1980 | 3,107,576 |
| 1990 | 3,287,116 |
| 2000 | 3,405,565 |
| 2010 | 3,574,097 |
| 2020 | 3,605,944 |
| 2020 | 3,579,918 |
| 2021 | 3,606,607 |
| 2022 | 3,617,925 |
| 2023 | 3,643,023 |
| 2024 | 3,675,069 |
Age Distribution
Male: 49.1% · Female: 50.9%
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 67.6% |
| Black or African American | 10.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| American Indian & Alaska Native | 0.3% |
| Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander | 0.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
Economy & Income
$93,760
Median Household Income
$54,409
Per Capita Income
6.8%
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Unemployment Rate
$135,332
Mean Household Income
62.1%
Employment Rate
Cost of Living
Connecticut's overall price level is 103.6 on the BEA Regional Price Parity index (US average = 100), meaning prices are 3.6% higher the US average. Adjusting for cost of living, Connecticut's median household income of $93,760 has the buying power of $90,493 in average-priced areas.
103.6
Price Level (US = 100)
$90,493
COL-Adjusted Median Income
$93,760
Nominal Median Income
Education
91.3%
High School Graduate+
41.9%
Bachelor's Degree+
Births & Fertility
35,332
Live Births (2022)
9.8
Birth Rate (per 1,000)
62.9%
Births to Married Mothers
Births by Mother's Age
Births by Mother's Race
| White | 74.7% |
| Black or African American | 15.9% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 27.2% |
Housing
$343,200
Median Home Value
$1,431
Median Rent
1,536,049
Total Housing Units
66.2%
Owner-Occupied
33.8%
Renter-Occupied
7.5%
Vacant
Languages Spoken at Home
77.0% of Connecticut residents age 5+ speak only English at home. The most common non-English languages spoken at home in Connecticut:
| # | Language | Speakers | % of pop. 5+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Spanish | 172,487 | 5.05% |
| 2 | Portuguese | 20,477 | 0.60% |
| 3 | Chinese (incl. Mandarin, Cantonese) | 14,292 | 0.42% |
| 4 | Haitian | 6,851 | 0.20% |
| 5 | Italian | 6,312 | 0.18% |
| 6 | Arabic | 4,253 | 0.12% |
| 7 | Vietnamese | 4,161 | 0.12% |
| 8 | French (incl. Cajun) | 4,095 | 0.12% |
| 9 | Polish | 3,246 | 0.09% |
| 10 | Tagalog (incl. Filipino) | 3,069 | 0.09% |
Commute
3.4%
Drive Alone
2.5%
Carpool
14.4%
Work From Home
26.6 min
Avg Commute
Largest Cities in Connecticut
| # | City | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bridgeport | 148,012 |
| 2 | Stamford | 135,806 |
| 3 | New Haven | 132,893 |
| 4 | Hartford | 119,970 |
| 5 | Waterbury | 114,356 |
| 6 | Norwalk | 91,375 |
| 7 | Danbury | 86,086 |
| 8 | New Britain | 73,301 |
| 9 | West Hartford | 63,809 |
| 10 | Bristol | 61,129 |
| 11 | Meriden | 60,418 |
| 12 | West Haven | 55,147 |
| 13 | East Hartford | 50,798 |
| 14 | Milford | 50,749 |
| 15 | Middletown | 47,646 |
| 16 | Shelton | 41,402 |
| 17 | Norwich | 39,992 |
| 18 | Manchester | 36,561 |
| 19 | Torrington | 35,481 |
| 20 | Naugatuck | 31,634 |
Counties in Connecticut
| # | County | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Capitol Planning Region | 969,029 | $91,541 |
| 2 | Western Connecticut Planning Region | 621,232 | $124,553 |
| 3 | South Central Connecticut Planning Region | 566,803 | $86,266 |
| 4 | Naugatuck Valley Planning Region | 452,303 | $86,365 |
| 5 | Greater Bridgeport Planning Region | 326,296 | $87,135 |
| 6 | Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region | 279,025 | $84,185 |
| 7 | Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region | 174,983 | $101,117 |
| 8 | Northwest Hills Planning Region | 112,848 | $91,035 |
| 9 | Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region | 95,829 | $87,564 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Connecticut has a population of 3,598,348 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 29th-most populous state in the United States.
Connecticut is gaining population, with a +229.7% change over the available historical Census record. Connecticut's population has grown 229.7% since 1910 (1,114,756 → 3,675,069).
The median household income in Connecticut is $93,760, with a per capita income of $54,409. 6.8% of the population lives below the federal poverty level.
67.6% of Connecticut's population identifies as White (Census ACS 2023). 10.7% is Black or African American, 0.0% is Asian, and 1.2% is Hispanic or Latino (any race, counted separately under Census methodology).
Connecticut is 67.6% White, 10.7% Black or African American, 0.0% Asian, and 1.2% Hispanic or Latino (any race). Hispanic/Latino is counted as an ethnicity separate from race under Census methodology, so totals may exceed 100% in some breakdowns.
The median age in Connecticut is 41.2 years. The population is 49.1% male and 50.9% female.
Connecticut's population has grown 229.7% since 1910 (1,114,756 → 3,675,069).
Across recent Census Population Estimates, West Virginia, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Illinois have shown the largest sustained population declines. Connecticut's own trend is gaining. National state-by-state rankings are published annually by the Census Population Estimates Program.
Demographic data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates. Birth statistics from the CDC National Vital Statistics System via Data Commons. California does not report marital status on birth certificates. Percentages may not total 100% due to rounding.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.