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Newington, Connecticut Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Newington, Connecticut had a total population of 30,896, the 21st largest community in Connecticut, with a median household income of $102,884, which is 7% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.4%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Newington Quick Facts

Population 30,896
Median Household Income $102,884
Median Home Value $310,400
Poverty Rate 6.4%
Unemployment Rate 3.6%
Median Age 45.3 years
Homeownership Rate 78.2%
Affordability Ratio 3.0x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 40.0%
High School Graduation Rate 93.5%
Diversity Index 46/100
Population 30,896 21st of 214
Median Income $102,884 average
Poverty Rate 6.4% 49% lower than national
Median Home Value $310,400 below average

How Newington Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population30,55130,896+1.1%
Median household income$98,585$102,884+4.4%
Median home value$279,900$310,400+10.9%

How Newington Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 9.4%
$25K-$50K 10.2%
$50K-$100K 28.1%
$100K+ 52.3%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.2%
$10K-$15K
1.2%
$15K-$20K
1.5%
$20K-$25K
2.6%
$25K-$30K
2.3%
$30K-$35K
1.8%
$35K-$40K
1.2%
$40K-$45K
2.5%
$45K-$50K
2.4%
$50K-$60K
6.5%
$60K-$75K
8.2%
$75K-$100K
13.4%
$100K-$125K
12.9%
$125K-$150K
9.5%
$150K-$200K
13.3%
$200K+
16.6%

Employment

3.6% Unemployment Rate State: 5.6%|National: 5.2%
68.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 78.2%
Renter 21.8%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.0x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,524/mo 17.8% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

46out of 100
Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 57 | National average: 61

Education

Newington Rankings in Connecticut

#21 Population of 214
#115 Median Income of 204
#141 Education of 214
#139 Home Value of 205

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Cities Similar to Newington

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Naugatuck31,800$96,324$259,10032.2%6.3%
East Haven27,806$94,628$294,20025.8%7.2%
Wethersfield27,250$126,806$324,60054.8%6.9%
Torrington35,547$70,856$215,50024.8%13.7%
Shelton41,889$108,185$452,60041.8%6.6%

Population Overview

Newington is a mid-sized community located in Connecticut. The total population is 30,896. It ranks as the 21st most populous out of 214 Census-designated places in Connecticut.

Age Demographics

The median age in Newington is 45.3 years. This is 10% higher than the state median of 41.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Newington is $102,884. This is 7% higher than the state median of $95,781. It is also 27% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.4%. This is 36% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.0%. The unemployment rate is 3.6%. This is 36% lower than the state rate of 5.6%. The median home value is $310,400. Housing costs are 15% lower than the state median of $366,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 78.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 66.5%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Newington is White (non-Hispanic), making up 71.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 12.9%. The Black or African American population (4.3%) is well below the state average of 9.8%.

Education

40.0% 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 93.5%. Notably, 16.2% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Newington, 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 Newington, Connecticut?

Newington, Connecticut has a population of 30,896 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Newington, CT?

The median household income in Newington is $102,884, which is 27% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Newington, CT?

The poverty rate in Newington is 6.4%. This means approximately 1,948 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Newington, Connecticut?

Newington's population is 71.9% White, 4.3% Black, 12.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 6.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Newington, CT?

The median home value in Newington is $310,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.

How educated is Newington, Connecticut?

40.0% of adults (25+) in Newington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 16.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.