Chester Center, Connecticut Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Chester Center, Connecticut had a total population of 2,026, the 121st largest community in Connecticut, with a median household income of $89,375, which is 7% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 17.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Chester Center Quick Facts
How Chester Center 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 | 1,876 | 2,026 | +8.0% |
| Median household income | $73,542 | $89,375 | +21.5% |
| Median home value | $397,400 | $422,500 | +6.3% |
How Chester Center 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+)
Chester Center Rankings in Connecticut
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Cities Similar to Chester Center
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suffield Depot | 2,006 | $91,625 | $383,900 | 45.7% | 8.4% |
| Thomaston | 1,988 | $79,674 | $246,300 | 31.9% | 6.2% |
| Moodus | 2,042 | $103,457 | $285,700 | 24.5% | 1.4% |
| Somers | 2,056 | $68,779 | $377,400 | 38.8% | 3.6% |
| Guilford Center | 2,263 | $82,273 | $582,400 | 52.7% | 6.6% |
Population Overview
Chester Center is a small community located in Connecticut. The total population is 2,026. It ranks as the 121st most populous out of 214 Census-designated places in Connecticut.
Age Demographics
The median age in Chester Center is 44.9 years. This is 9% higher than the state median of 41.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Chester Center is $89,375. This is 7% lower than the state median of $95,781. It is also 11% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 17.1%. This is 71% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.0%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 29% lower than the state rate of 5.6%. The median home value is $422,500. Housing costs are 15% higher than the state median of $366,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.7x. 69.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Chester Center has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.9% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.5%. The Black or African American population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 9.8%. The Asian population (0.1%) is well below the state average of 4.8%.
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 95.4%. Notably, 21.3% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Chester Center, 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 Chester Center, Connecticut?
Chester Center, Connecticut has a population of 2,026 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Chester Center, CT?
The median household income in Chester Center is $89,375, which is 11% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Chester Center, CT?
The poverty rate in Chester Center is 17.1%. This means approximately 332 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Chester Center, Connecticut?
Chester Center's population is 86.9% White, 1.5% Black, 9.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.1% Asian.
What is the median home value in Chester Center, CT?
The median home value in Chester Center is $422,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.7x.
How educated is Chester Center, Connecticut?
40.1% of adults (25+) in Chester Center hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 21.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.