Bethel CDP, Connecticut Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Bethel CDP, Connecticut Demographics
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As of 2026, Bethel CDP, Connecticut has a total population of 11,606, the 34th largest city in Connecticut, with a median household income of $88,344, which is 6% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.9%.

Bethel CDP Quick Facts

Population 11,606

Median Household Income $88,344

Median Home Value $377,500

Poverty Rate 5.9%

Unemployment Rate 3.6%

Median Age 40.9 years

Homeownership Rate 69.2%

Affordability Ratio 4.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 38.4%

High School Graduation Rate 89.0%

Diversity Index 60/100

Population 11,606 34th of 215

Median Income $88,344 below average

Poverty Rate 5.9% 53% lower national

Median Home Value $377,500 average

How Bethel CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Bethel CDP

$88,344

$93,760

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Bethel CDP

$377,500

$343,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.9%

$25K-$50K 18.1%

$50K-$100K 26.3%

$100K+ 44.6%

Employment

3.6% Unemployment Rate State: 5.7% | National: 5.2%

70.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 69.2%

Renter 30.8%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.3x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.8%

18-34

21.6%

35-54

24.7%

55-74

24.3%

75+

6.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 56 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Bethel CDP Rankings in Connecticut

#34 Population of 215

#128 Median Income of 215

#142 Education of 215

#96 Home Value of 215

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Cities Similar to Bethel CDP

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Windsor Locks CDP	12,555	$90,417	$236,800	26.4%	9.6%
Derby city	12,359	$76,263	$242,300	33.2%	9.3%
Oakville CDP	9,233	$89,330	$253,500	30.0%	2.5%
Kensington CDP	9,936	$105,000	$304,400	40.4%	6.3%
Trumbull Center CDP	10,137	$124,547	$463,100	54.1%	7.3%

Population Overview

Bethel CDP is a small city located in Connecticut. The total population is 11,606. It ranks as the 34th most populous out of 215 cities and towns in Connecticut.

Age Demographics

The median age in Bethel CDP is 40.9 years. This is about average than the state median of 41.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Bethel CDP is $88,344. This is 6% lower than the state median of $93,760. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 12% higher. The poverty rate stands at 5.9%. This is 42% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.0%. The unemployment rate is 3.6%. This is 37% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $377,500. Housing costs are 10% higher than the state median of $343,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x. 69.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 5% higher than the state average of 66.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Bethel CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 59.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 13.3%.

Education

38.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 8% lower than the state rate of 41.9%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 89.0%. Notably, 15.4% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Bethel CDP, Connecticut is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Connecticut state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 215 Census-designated places in Connecticut. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Bethel CDP, Connecticut?

Bethel CDP, Connecticut has a population of 11,606 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Bethel CDP, CT?

The median household income in Bethel CDP is $88,344, which is 12% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Bethel CDP, CT?

The poverty rate in Bethel CDP is 5.9%. This means approximately 679 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Bethel CDP, Connecticut?

Bethel CDP's population is 59.1% White, 10.0% Black, 13.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 4.9% Asian.

What is the median home value in Bethel CDP, CT?

The median home value in Bethel CDP is $377,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

How educated is Bethel CDP, Connecticut?

38.4% of adults (25+) in Bethel CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 15.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.