Population
Connecticut has a population of 3,600,000 as of 2026, making it the #29 most populous state in the United States.
Connecticut Rankings
Where Connecticut places in every state-level dataset StatsPanda tracks. Each row opens the full ranking.
Connecticut Population Clock
These statistics show the estimated changes to Connecticut's population based on birth rates, death rates, and migration patterns from US Census Bureau data.
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| Connecticut Population (as of 7/14/2026) | 3,600,000 |
| Births per day | 90 |
| Deaths per day | 80 |
| Net migrations per day | -5 |
| Net population change per day | +5 |
| Population change since Jan 1st | — |
Demographics
The racial composition of Connecticut includes 69.84% White, 10.67% Black or African American, 4.73% Asian, 6.48% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
Population by Race
Why is Hispanic separate? Following U.S. Census methodology, Hispanic or Latino origin is an ethnicity, not a race — people of Hispanic origin may be of any race. “All” shows the racial breakdown; the Hispanic and Non-Hispanic views show ethnicity, so the two groupings overlap rather than adding up to 100%.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| White | 2,514,262 | 69.84% |
| Black or African American | 384,199 | 10.67% |
| Two or more races | 287,581 | 7.99% |
| Other race | 233,193 | 6.48% |
| Asian | 170,409 | 4.73% |
| Native American | 9,015 | 0.25% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 1,341 | 0.04% |
Connecticut Marital Status
Population by Age and Gender
Median Age
Geography
Connecticut's current growth rate stands at a modest 0.15%, ranking 49th nationally. The most recent census in 2010 recorded Connecticut's population at 3,574,097 residents, a minor increase of 4.9% over the 2000 census count. While growth has slowed in recent decades compared to other states, Connecticut's density remains high, ranking 4th nationally with 738 people per square mile. The state's largest metro areas like Greater Hartford and New Haven contain over half the population. Though no longer growing rapidly, Connecticut retains the advantage of a skilled workforce, high per capita income and low poverty rates compared to national averages.
Economics and Income Statistics
Connecticut's average per capita income is $52,034. Household income levels show a median of $90,213. The poverty rate stands at 10.14%.
Families: A family includes the owner or renter of the home along with everyone related to them - whether through birth, marriage, or adoption. This includes relatives like spouses, children, parents, siblings, grandparents, and any other family members.
Households: A household includes all the people who occupy a housing unit (such as a house or apartment) as their usual place of residence.
Non Families: A nonfamily household is either someone living alone or when the owner/renter lives with people they aren't related to, like roommates.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $115,539 | $147,890 |
| Families | $115,539 | $152,511 |
| Households | $90,213 | — |
| Non Families | $51,102 | $72,565 |
Income & Poverty
Largest Cities in Connecticut
The largest city in Connecticut is Bridgeport with a population of 144,399.
| Rank | City | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bridgeport | 144,399 |
| 2 | New Haven | 130,331 |
| 3 | Stamford | 129,775 |
| 4 | Hartford | 122,105 |
| 5 | Waterbury | 108,802 |
| 6 | Norwalk | 88,900 |
| 7 | Danbury | 84,730 |
| 8 | New Britain | 72,995 |
| 9 | Meriden | 59,619 |
| 10 | Bristol | 60,477 |
Population by County
Connecticut's population shows distinct regional patterns, with the most populous counties concentrated in metropolitan areas. The most dramatic growth is occurring in suburban areas, while rural and some urban areas show more mixed trends.
Counties in Connecticut →Population by County
Population Growth by County
Population Density by County
Research Papers Related to Connecticut
Sources
Most recent state estimates from the Census Bureau's Population Estimates Program.
Detailed demographic and economic data for Connecticut.
Quick access to state-level statistics and comparisons.
Data Methodology
Population totals are sourced from the latest available US Census Bureau data. Totals for the current year are projected using each state's USCB data and previous year population growth rate. Growth rates are calculated based on births, deaths, and net migration estimates.