Windsor Locks CDP, Connecticut Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Windsor Locks CDP, Connecticut Demographics
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As of 2026, Windsor Locks CDP, Connecticut has a total population of 12,555, the 32nd largest city in Connecticut, with a median household income of $90,417, which is 4% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.6%.

Windsor Locks CDP Quick Facts

Population 12,555

Median Household Income $90,417

Median Home Value $236,800

Poverty Rate 9.6%

Unemployment Rate 6.3%

Median Age 42.1 years

Homeownership Rate 79.9%

Affordability Ratio 2.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 26.4%

High School Graduation Rate 96.4%

Diversity Index 46/100

Population 12,555 32nd of 215

Median Income $90,417 average

Poverty Rate 9.6% 23% lower national

Median Home Value $236,800 bottom 20%

How Windsor Locks CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Windsor Locks CDP

$90,417

$93,760

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Windsor Locks CDP

$236,800

$343,200

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 11.8%

$25K-$50K 14.1%

$50K-$100K 29.4%

$100K+ 44.8%

Employment

6.3% Unemployment Rate State: 5.7% | National: 5.2%

70.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 79.9%

Renter 20.1%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.5%

18-34

19.9%

35-54

24.3%

55-74

27.9%

75+

8.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

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

State average: 56 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Windsor Locks CDP Rankings in Connecticut

#32 Population of 215

#122 Median Income of 215

#172 Education of 215

#173 Home Value of 215

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Cities Similar to Windsor Locks CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Bethel CDP	11,606	$88,344	$377,500	38.4%	5.9%
Derby city	12,359	$76,263	$242,300	33.2%	9.3%
Kensington CDP	9,936	$105,000	$304,400	40.4%	6.3%
Oakville CDP	9,233	$89,330	$253,500	30.0%	2.5%
Greenwich CDP	14,528	$136,154	$1,486,100	70.2%	8.9%

Population Overview

Windsor Locks CDP is a small city located in Connecticut. The total population is 12,555. It ranks as the 32nd most populous out of 215 cities and towns in Connecticut.

Age Demographics

The median age in Windsor Locks CDP is 42.1 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 41.2 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Windsor Locks CDP is $90,417. This is 4% lower than the state median of $93,760. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 15% higher. The poverty rate stands at 9.6%. This is 4% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.0%. The unemployment rate is 6.3%. This is 12% higher than the state rate of 5.7%. The median home value is $236,800. Housing costs are 31% lower than the state median of $343,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Windsor Locks CDP is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 79.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 21% higher than the state average of 66.2%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Windsor Locks CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 71.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.4%.

Education

26.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% 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 96.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Windsor Locks 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 Windsor Locks CDP, Connecticut?

Windsor Locks CDP, Connecticut has a population of 12,555 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Windsor Locks CDP, CT?

The median household income in Windsor Locks CDP is $90,417, which is 15% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Windsor Locks CDP, CT?

The poverty rate in Windsor Locks CDP is 9.6%. This means approximately 1,198 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Windsor Locks CDP, Connecticut?

Windsor Locks CDP's population is 71.8% White, 7.2% Black, 9.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 6.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Windsor Locks CDP, CT?

The median home value in Windsor Locks CDP is $236,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.

How educated is Windsor Locks CDP, Connecticut?

26.4% of adults (25+) in Windsor Locks CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.