Terryville, Connecticut Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Terryville, Connecticut had a total population of 5,461, the 65th largest community in Connecticut, with a median household income of $72,813, which is 24% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Terryville Quick Facts
How Terryville 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 | 5,112 | 5,461 | +6.8% |
| Median household income | $73,438 | $72,813 | -0.9% |
| Median home value | $221,000 | $243,800 | +10.3% |
How Terryville 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+)
Terryville Rankings in Connecticut
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Cities Similar to Terryville
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pawcatuck | 5,577 | $80,114 | $360,600 | 41.2% | 14.4% |
| Branford Center | 6,305 | $74,150 | $330,600 | 44.5% | 12.7% |
| Sherwood Manor | 5,706 | $90,821 | $255,300 | 26.5% | 5.0% |
| Hazardville | 6,022 | $81,893 | $242,900 | 28.4% | 5.9% |
| Heritage Village | 4,968 | $62,059 | $243,100 | 46.2% | 5.6% |
Population Overview
Terryville is a small city located in Connecticut. The total population is 5,461. It ranks as the 65th most populous out of 214 Census-designated places in Connecticut.
Age Demographics
The median age in Terryville is 37.7 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 41.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Terryville is $72,813. 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 12.7%. This is 26% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.0%. The unemployment rate is 5.4%. This is 4% lower than the state rate of 5.6%. The median home value is $243,800. Housing costs are 34% lower than the state median of $366,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 65.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 2% lower than the state average of 66.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Terryville is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 12.8%. The Black or African American population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 9.8%.
Education
23.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 45% 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 91.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Terryville, 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 Terryville, Connecticut?
Terryville, Connecticut has a population of 5,461 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Terryville, CT?
The median household income in Terryville is $72,813, which is 10% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Terryville, CT?
The poverty rate in Terryville is 12.7%. This means approximately 686 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Terryville, Connecticut?
Terryville's population is 83.6% White, 1.1% Black, 12.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Terryville, CT?
The median home value in Terryville is $243,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.
How educated is Terryville, Connecticut?
23.3% of adults (25+) in Terryville hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.