Bethlehem Village, Connecticut Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bethlehem Village, Connecticut had a total population of 2,195, the 116th largest community in Connecticut, with a median household income of $109,256, which is 14% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Bethlehem Village Quick Facts
How Bethlehem Village Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,275 | 2,195 | -3.5% |
| Median household income | $107,838 | $109,256 | +1.3% |
| Median home value | $360,300 | $380,500 | +5.6% |
How Bethlehem Village Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 57 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Bethlehem Village Rankings in Connecticut
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Cities Similar to Bethlehem Village
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantsville | 2,220 | $113,299 | $296,400 | 31.5% | 6.5% |
| Moodus | 2,042 | $103,457 | $285,700 | 24.5% | 1.4% |
| Guilford Center | 2,263 | $82,273 | $582,400 | 52.7% | 6.6% |
| Suffield Depot | 2,006 | $91,625 | $383,900 | 45.7% | 8.4% |
| Chester Center | 2,026 | $89,375 | $422,500 | 40.1% | 17.1% |
Population Overview
Bethlehem Village is a small community located in Connecticut. The total population is 2,195. It ranks as the 116th most populous out of 214 Census-designated places in Connecticut.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bethlehem Village is 47.8 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 41.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bethlehem Village is $109,256. This is 14% higher than the state median of $95,781. It is also 35% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.1%. This is 39% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.0%. The unemployment rate is 2.6%. This is 54% lower than the state rate of 5.6%. The median home value is $380,500. Housing costs are 4% higher than the state median of $366,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 70.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Bethlehem Village has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.4% of all residents. Asian residents account for 2.5%. The Black or African American population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 9.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 18.3%.
Education
40.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 6% lower than the state rate of 42.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 98.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bethlehem Village, Connecticut is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Connecticut state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 214 Census-designated places in Connecticut. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Bethlehem Village, Connecticut?
Bethlehem Village, Connecticut has a population of 2,195 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bethlehem Village, CT?
The median household income in Bethlehem Village is $109,256, which is 35% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bethlehem Village, CT?
The poverty rate in Bethlehem Village is 6.1%. This means approximately 133 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Bethlehem Village, Connecticut?
Bethlehem Village's population is 91.4% White, 1.2% Black, 2.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bethlehem Village, CT?
The median home value in Bethlehem Village is $380,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.
How educated is Bethlehem Village, Connecticut?
40.1% of adults (25+) in Bethlehem Village hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.