Ridgefield, CT | Community Guide

Ridgefield, Connecticut is a quintessential New England town in Fairfield County offering highly sought-after real estate opportunities just an hour from New York City. Renowned for its top-ranked public school system, a proud member of the Tri-State Consortium, Ridgefield provides an exceptional quality of life for discerning homebuyers.

This charming community, consistently rated among Connecticut's safest towns, features a diverse array of homes for sale, from historic colonials to modern condominiums, all benefiting from convenient Metro-North access for commuters. Explore why Ridgefield, CT continues to be a premier destination for those seeking a blend of historic charm, cultural vibrancy, and educational excellence in a picturesque Fairfield County setting.

Demographics and Employment Data for Ridgefield, CT

Population Households Employment

Ridgefield has 9,249 households, with an average household size of 2.69. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Ridgefield do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 25,029 people call Ridgefield home. The population density is 723.52 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

25,029

Total Population

High

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

45.6

Median Age

47.84 / 52.16%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

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

9,249

Total Households

2.69

Average Household Size

$90,980

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married

Single

Divorced

Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar:

White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes

15 to 29 Minutes

30 to 59 Minutes

60+ Minutes

Overview for Ridgefield, CT

25,029 people live in Ridgefield, where the median age is 45.6 and the average individual income is $90,980. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

25,029

Total Population

45.6 years

Median Age

High

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

$90,980

Average individual Income

Around Ridgefield, CT

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

2

Car-Dependent

Walking Score

16

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Zawack Shack, Results Fitness Ridgefield, and Legacy Martial Arts.

Name	Category	Distance	Reviews	Ratings by Yelp
Visit the Zawack Shack page on Yelp Search 296 Ethan Allen Hwy on Google Maps	Dining	3.24 miles	14 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Results Fitness Ridgefield page on Yelp Search 17A Governor St on Google Maps	Active	1.81 miles	9 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Legacy Martial Arts page on Yelp Search 105 Danbury Rd on Google Maps	Active	1.06 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Basil Yoga Center page on Yelp Search 31 Bailey Ave on Google Maps	Active	1.69 miles	6 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Mountain Therapeutics Massage Therapy page on Yelp Search 940 Danbury Rd on Google Maps	Active	4.83 miles	5 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Personal Training Professionals page on Yelp Search 105 Danbury Rd on Google Maps	Active	1.04 miles	8 reviews	5/5 stars
Visit the Salons by JC Danbury page on Yelp Search 15 Backus Ave on Google Maps	Beauty	4.95 miles	7 reviews	5/5 stars

Schools in Ridgefield, CT

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Middle Schools ()

High Schools ()

Mixed Schools ()

The following schools are within or nearby Ridgefield. 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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Name

Property Listings

Price

Living Area

Pending

MLS® 24113844

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Demographics and Employment Data for Ridgefield, CT

25,029

High

45.6

47.84 / 52.16%

9,249

2.69

$90,980

Overview for Ridgefield, CT

25,029

45.6 years

High

$90,980

Around Ridgefield, CT

2

Car-Dependent

16

Somewhat Bikeable

Points of Interest

Schools in Ridgefield, CT

Property Listings

$17,875,000

$7,000,000

$4,695,000

$4,300,000

$3,995,000

$3,600,000

$2,995,000

$2,900,000

$2,795,000

$2,795,000

$2,695,000

$2,695,000

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