Milford

CT

South Central Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut

Population 571K |Median income $88,197

Population
570,598
South Central Connecticut Planning Region
Median Income
$88,197
+30% vs avg
Median Home Value
$353,100
+55% vs avg
Median Age
40.2
years

10-Year Trends 2022–2024

20222024
Population
571K-0%
Median Income
$88,197+5%
Median Home Value
$353,100+14%
Poverty Rate
11.4%-3%
Unemployment
6%-2%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,525/mo
Poverty Rate
11.4% -20% vs avg
Unemployment 6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 42%
Work From Home 14.3%
Public Transit 3%

Population

White 61.6%
African American 13.9%
Asian 4.6%
Two or More Ethnicities 0.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
37.2%
Obesity
33.4%
High Blood Pressure
32.8%
Physical Inactivity
26.5%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.1%
Binge Drinking
14.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.6%
Current Asthma
10.9%
Current Smoking
10.8%
Diabetes
10.4%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 80.2%
Dental Visit 68.9%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
10.1%
Coronary Heart Disease
5.9%
Stroke
3.2%

Alerts & News — Milford Area 6

Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Darwin and Palmerston in Daly District

BOM · 12h ago
Food Recalls high

Taralinga Estate Issues Recall for Dukkah Due to Undeclared Cashew Allergen

FSANZ · 1d ago
Food Recalls high

Get Fed Chipotle Pulled Pork Bowl Recalled Due to Undeclared Egg Allergen

FSANZ · 1d ago
Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Kimberley District as Heavy Rainfall Threatens Flash Flooding

BOM · 2d ago
Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Cancelled for Victoria's North East Forecast District

BOM · 2d ago
Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for North East Victoria: Heavy Rainfall and Flash Flooding Possible

BOM · 2d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 5

What is the population of Milford, CT? ▼
Milford, CT has a population of 570,598 people, located in South Central Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut.
What is the median household income in Milford? ▼
The median household income in Milford, CT is $88,197 per year. The poverty rate is 11.4%.
What is the median home value in Milford? ▼
The median home value in Milford, CT is $353,100. Median rent is $1,525/month.
What are the top health concerns in Milford? ▼
The top health indicators in Milford include Short Sleep Duration (37.2%), Obesity (33.4%), High Blood Pressure (32.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
What is the median age in Milford? ▼
The median age in Milford, CT is 40.2 years. 42% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Milford, CT is located in South Central Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut. With a population of 571K and a median household income of $88,197, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Safety alerts for the Milford area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

Safety Guides

How Product Recalls Work

CPSC, FDA & NHTSA recall process explained

Understanding Weather Alerts

Watch vs warning vs advisory explained

Earthquake Magnitude Explained

What the numbers mean & when to act
All safety guides →

Explore More Data

Schools in Connecticut

School ratings, test scores & enrollment → PlainSchools

Crime Rates in Connecticut

FBI UCR crime statistics by city → PlainCrime

Rental Data in Connecticut

HUD fair market rents & vacancy rates → PlainRent

Cost of Living in Connecticut

BEA price parities & Census economics → PlainCost

ZIP Code Data in Connecticut

Demographics & economics by ZIP code → PlainZIP

Nearby Cities 8

City of Milford (balance), CT 51K Orange, CT 14K Stratford, CT 51K West Haven, CT 55K Shelton, CT 41K Derby, CT 13K Bridgeport, CT 148K Trumbull, CT 36K
All cities in Connecticut → Browse all cities
Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (South Central Connecticut Planning Region) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.