Pawcatuck CDP, Connecticut Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Pawcatuck CDP, Connecticut Demographics
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As of 2026, Pawcatuck CDP, Connecticut has a total population of 5,475, the 64th largest city in Connecticut, with a median household income of $75,820, which is 19% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.1%.

Pawcatuck CDP Quick Facts

Population 5,475

Median Household Income $75,820

Median Home Value $330,700

Poverty Rate 11.1%

Unemployment Rate 4.5%

Median Age 42.8 years

Homeownership Rate 54.1%

Affordability Ratio 4.4x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 37.5%

High School Graduation Rate 94.8%

Diversity Index 32/100

Population 5,475 64th of 215

Median Income $75,820 bottom 30%

Poverty Rate 11.1% 10% lower national

Median Home Value $330,700 average

How Pawcatuck CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Pawcatuck CDP

$75,820

$93,760

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Pawcatuck CDP

$330,700

$343,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 15.9%

$25K-$50K 22.1%

$50K-$100K 26.8%

$100K+ 35.2%

Employment

4.5% Unemployment Rate State: 5.7% | National: 5.2%

67.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 54.1%

Renter 45.9%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.4x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.9%

18-34

17.3%

35-54

26.2%

55-74

24.4%

75+

8.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 56 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Pawcatuck CDP Rankings in Connecticut

#64 Population of 215

#156 Median Income of 215

#144 Education of 215

#117 Home Value of 215

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Cities Similar to Pawcatuck CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Terryville CDP	5,112	$73,438	$221,000	20.3%	10.0%
Branford Center CDP	6,130	$70,391	$291,500	39.7%	14.7%
Stafford Springs CDP	4,801	$70,967	$200,900	23.9%	10.1%
Sherwood Manor CDP	5,781	$96,274	$241,100	25.7%	6.6%
Portland CDP	5,970	$91,522	$267,600	41.4%	7.2%

Population Overview

Pawcatuck CDP is a small city located in Connecticut. The total population is 5,475. It ranks as the 64th most populous out of 215 cities and towns in Connecticut.

Age Demographics

The median age in Pawcatuck CDP is 42.8 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 41.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Pawcatuck CDP is $75,820. This is 19% lower than the state median of $93,760. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 3% lower. The poverty rate stands at 11.1%. This is 11% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.0%. The unemployment rate is 4.5%. This is 21% lower than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $330,700. Housing costs are 4% lower than the state median of $343,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x. 54.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% lower than the state average of 66.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Pawcatuck CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 82.1% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.7%. The Black or African American population (4.4%) is well below the state average of 9.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.7%) is well below the state average of 17.8%.

Education

37.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 11% 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 94.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Pawcatuck 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 Pawcatuck CDP, Connecticut?

Pawcatuck CDP, Connecticut has a population of 5,475 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Pawcatuck CDP is $75,820, which is 3% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Pawcatuck CDP, CT?

The poverty rate in Pawcatuck CDP is 11.1%. This means approximately 610 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Pawcatuck CDP, Connecticut?

Pawcatuck CDP's population is 82.1% White, 4.4% Black, 4.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.7% Asian.

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

The median home value in Pawcatuck CDP is $330,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

How educated is Pawcatuck CDP, Connecticut?

37.5% of adults (25+) in Pawcatuck CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.