Westport

The Westport School District is consistently ranked as the #2 Best School District in Connecticut.
Westport, Connecticut is the quintessential Fairfield County coastal town offering the most ocean and riverfront in Connecticut, just over 50 miles northeast of New York City. Renowned for its stunning sandy beaches, scenic Saugatuck River, and vibrant arts scene, Westport provides an unparalleled quality of life. The Westport School District is consistently ranked as the #2 Best School District in Connecticut for 2025 by Niche, and also holds the #1 Best Places to Live in Fairfield County distinction.
 
Home to major financial services firms and companies like Terex, Westport offers diverse real estate opportunities ranging from luxurious waterfront homes to charming properties on quiet, tree-lined streets. With two Metro-North stations providing seamless commutes to Stamford and Grand Central Terminal, Westport, CT, embodies sophisticated coastal living with a distinct, low-key charm that reflects its rich history as an artist's colony.

Demographics and Employment Data for Westport, CT

Population Households Employment

Westport has 9,698 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Westport do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 27,282 people call Westport home. The population density is 1,540 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

27,282

Total Population

High

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

46 years

Median Age

49 / 51%

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
9,698

Total Households

3

Average Household Size

$135,706

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 Westport, CT

27,282 people live in Westport, where the median age is 46 and the average individual income is $135,706. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

27,282

Total Population

46 years

Median Age

High

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

$135,706

Average individual Income

Around Westport, CT

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

7
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
32
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Compo Beach Concession, Shell Gas Station, and Mews Books.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 1.16 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Shell Gas Station Logo
Dining 1.34 miles 1 review 1/5 stars
Shopping 0.73 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Shopping 1.29 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
Active 0.76 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
GrindCore Fitness Logo
Active 0.76 miles 1 review 5/5 stars

Schools in Westport, CT

All ()
Primary Schools ()
Middle Schools ()
High Schools ()
Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Westport. 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.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
View School Report

Property Listings

For Sale
MLS® 24205443

$9,860,000

9 Over Rock Lane, Westport, CT 06880
6 Beds 9 Baths 9,200 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 24190177

$9,200,000

38 Prospect Road, Westport, CT 06880
6 Beds 9 Baths 8,623 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 24194541

$7,990,000

4A Compo Parkway, Westport, CT 06880
6 Beds 8 Baths 6,000 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 24177287

$7,926,000

Clapboard Hill Road Unit: (New Build), Westport, CT 06880
6 Beds 7 Baths 7,200 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 24204343

$7,015,000

24 Edgemarth Hill Road, Westport, CT 06880
6 Beds 10 Baths 8,417 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 24177071

$5,199,000

4 Sycamore Drive, Westport, CT 06880
6 Beds 8 Baths 8,935 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 24176377

$4,995,700

22 Dawn Drive, Westport, CT 06880
4 Beds 5 Baths 4,000 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 24172211

$4,850,000

22 Evergreen Avenue, Westport, CT 06880
5 Beds 5 Baths 5,103 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 24174833

$4,699,000

19 Mortar Rock Road, Westport, CT 06880
6 Beds 8 Baths 8,190 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 24145772

$4,450,000

159 Easton Road, Westport, CT 06880
6 Beds 8 Baths 8,356 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 24204265

$4,250,000

2 Brook Lane, Westport, CT 6880
5 Beds 5.1 Baths 6,204 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 24205877

$3,698,000

61 Clapboard Hill Road, Westport, CT 06880
4 Beds 4 Baths 3,418 Sq.Ft.
Search Homes
Westport

Work with Us

Whether you are looking for a new home, selling your current one, or searching for the right investment property, you can count on the Higgins Group Private Brokerage to be with you every step of the way.
Contact Us

Follow Me on Instagram

Contact Details

Fairfield

1499 Post Rd Fairfield CT 06824

(203) 254-9000

Greenwich

67 Mason St Greenwich CT 06830

(203) 220-5020

Milford

146 S Broad St Milford CT 06460

(203) 301-4844

Southport

251 Main Street, Southport, CT 06890

(203) 955-1484

Stamford

1055 Washington Blvd Stamford CT 06901

(203) 658-8282

Trumbull

5767 Main St Trumbull CT 06611

(203) 452-5500

Westport

30 Elm St Westport CT 06880

(203) 226-0300

West Hartford

968 Farmington Ave West Hartford CT 06107

(860) 810-2325

Wilton

73 Old Ridgefield Rd Wilton CT 06897

(203) 247-5891

Submit a Message

Message sent successfully!