Moosup, Connecticut Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Moosup, Connecticut had a total population of 2,885, the 101st largest community in Connecticut, with a median household income of $73,024, which is 24% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Moosup Quick Facts
How Moosup 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 | 3,218 | 2,885 | -10.3% |
| Median household income | $75,469 | $73,024 | -3.2% |
| Median home value | $269,000 | $270,900 | +0.7% |
How Moosup Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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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+)
Moosup Rankings in Connecticut
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Cities Similar to Moosup
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield University | 2,939 | N/A | N/A | 5.7% | 92.3% |
| Oxoboxo River | 2,782 | $69,167 | $246,200 | 16.8% | 24.1% |
| Coventry Lake | 2,647 | $73,224 | $262,700 | 44.8% | 15.7% |
| Niantic | 3,123 | $81,250 | $396,000 | 48.2% | 3.6% |
| Waterford | 3,304 | $73,156 | $282,900 | 27.3% | 7.0% |
Population Overview
Moosup is a small community located in Connecticut. The total population is 2,885. It ranks as the 101st most populous out of 214 Census-designated places in Connecticut.
Age Demographics
The median age in Moosup is 30.1 years. This is 27% lower than the state median of 41.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Moosup is $73,024. This is 24% lower than the state median of $95,781. It is also 10% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 14.4%. This is 44% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.0%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Moosup, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $270,900. Housing costs are 26% lower than the state median of $366,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 72.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Moosup has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.1% of all residents. Asian residents account for 5.0%. The Black or African American population (3.0%) is well below the state average of 9.8%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 18.3%.
Education
18.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 57% 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%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Moosup, 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 Moosup, Connecticut?
Moosup, Connecticut has a population of 2,885 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Moosup, CT?
The median household income in Moosup is $73,024, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Moosup, CT?
The poverty rate in Moosup is 14.4%. This means approximately 417 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Moosup, Connecticut?
Moosup's population is 86.1% White, 3.0% Black, 1.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 5.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Moosup, CT?
The median home value in Moosup is $270,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x.
How educated is Moosup, Connecticut?
18.4% of adults (25+) in Moosup hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.