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Torrington, Connecticut Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Torrington, Connecticut had a total population of 35,547, the 19th largest city in Connecticut, with a median household income of $70,856, which is 26% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.7%.

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

Torrington Quick Facts

Population 35,547
Median Household Income $70,856
Median Home Value $215,500
Poverty Rate 13.7%
Unemployment Rate 6.8%
Median Age 42.9 years
Homeownership Rate 66.1%
Affordability Ratio 3.0x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 24.8%
High School Graduation Rate 89.1%
Diversity Index 48/100
Population 35,547 19th of 214
Median Income $70,856 bottom 20%
Poverty Rate 13.7% 10% higher than national
Median Home Value $215,500 bottom 10%

How Torrington 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
Population35,48135,547+0.2%
Median household income$69,611$70,856+1.8%
Median home value$195,800$215,500+10.1%

How Torrington Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 15.3%
$25K-$50K 17.4%
$50K-$100K 34.2%
$100K+ 33.0%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
4.7%
$10K-$15K
4.0%
$15K-$20K
2.3%
$20K-$25K
4.4%
$25K-$30K
3.4%
$30K-$35K
2.6%
$35K-$40K
4.7%
$40K-$45K
4.0%
$45K-$50K
2.8%
$50K-$60K
8.5%
$60K-$75K
10.9%
$75K-$100K
14.8%
$100K-$125K
10.8%
$125K-$150K
7.6%
$150K-$200K
6.9%
$200K+
7.7%

Employment

6.8% Unemployment Rate State: 5.6%|National: 5.2%
65.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 66.1%
Renter 33.9%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.0x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,169/mo 19.8% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

48out of 100
Moderate Diversity

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

State average: 57 | National average: 61

Education

Torrington Rankings in Connecticut

#19 Population of 214
#176 Median Income of 204
#180 Education of 214
#197 Home Value of 205

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Cities Similar to Torrington

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

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Manchester36,759$74,267$223,40031.5%12.5%
Norwich39,973$65,024$242,30023.1%16.7%
Naugatuck31,800$96,324$259,10032.2%6.3%
Newington30,896$102,884$310,40040.0%6.4%
New London27,625$59,098$253,30028.5%21.6%

Population Overview

Torrington is a mid-sized community located in Connecticut. The total population is 35,547. It ranks as the 19th most populous out of 214 Census-designated places in Connecticut.

Age Demographics

The median age in Torrington is 42.9 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 41.1 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Torrington is $70,856. This is 26% lower than the state median of $95,781. It is also 12% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.7%. This is 37% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.0%. The unemployment rate is 6.8%. This is 22% higher than the state rate of 5.6%. The median home value is $215,500. Housing costs are 41% lower than the state median of $366,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 66.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Torrington is White (non-Hispanic), making up 69.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 16.1%.

Education

24.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% 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 89.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Torrington, 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 Torrington, Connecticut?

Torrington, Connecticut has a population of 35,547 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Torrington, CT?

The median household income in Torrington is $70,856, which is 12% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Torrington, CT?

The poverty rate in Torrington is 13.7%. This means approximately 4,810 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Torrington, Connecticut?

Torrington's population is 69.8% White, 5.6% Black, 16.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Torrington, CT?

The median home value in Torrington is $215,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.

How educated is Torrington, Connecticut?

24.8% of adults (25+) in Torrington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.