Milford

A charming "Small City with a Big Heart" nestled along 17 miles of Long Island Sound coastline in New Haven County.

Welcome to Milford

A charming "Small City with a Big Heart" nestled along 17 miles of Long Island Sound coastline in New Haven County. This historic town, consistently ranked among the best places to live, offers a diverse real estate market with waterfront homes, beach cottages in Woodmont (ranked #1 hottest neighborhood by Realtor.com in 2024), historic colonials, and modern condominiums.
 
With Milford Public Schools consistently top-ranked and direct Metro-North service to New York City, it's an ideal location for commuters and families alike. Residents enjoy a vibrant downtown, numerous annual festivals like the Milford Oyster Festival, and abundant outdoor recreation at beaches and Silver Sands State Park. Contact Higgins Group Private Brokerage to find your perfect home in Milford, CT.

Demographics and Employment Data for Milford, CT

Milford has 22,098 households, with an average household size of 4.86. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Milford do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 52,340 people call Milford home. The population density is 2,570.952 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

52,340

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

47.183859380970574

Median Age

48.19 / 51.81%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
22,098

Total Households

4.86

Average Household Size

$60,255.88

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Without Children:

Marital Status

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Single
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Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Overview for Milford, CT

52,340 people live in Milford, where the median age is 47.2 and the average individual income is $60,255.88. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

52,340

Total Population

47.2 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$60,255.88

Average individual Income

Around Milford, CT

There's plenty to do around Milford, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

83
Very Walkable
Walking Score
46
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Locke's Caribbean Kitchen, Lovet, and Petriello's Barber Shop.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 0.2 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 0.26 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 4.53 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 0.72 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 4.34 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 0.55 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars

Schools in Milford, CT

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The following schools are within or nearby Milford. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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