Fairfield University
Census-designated place in Greater Bridgeport Planning Region, Connecticut
Fairfield University is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Greater Bridgeport Planning Region, Connecticut, with 2,884 residents (2020 Census). The nearest town is Mill Plain, 0.7 miles W.
- 2,884residents (2020 Census)
- 0.3 sq miland area · 0.9 km²
- 8,546 / sq mipopulation density
- 06824ZIP code
About Fairfield University
Fairfield University is a private Catholic university in Fairfield, Connecticut, United States. It was founded by the Jesuits in 1942. In the fall of 2024, the university had about 5,400 full-time undergraduate students and 1,500 graduate students, including full-time and part-time students. It offers bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, and doctoral degrees through its five schools and colleges and, since 2023, associate degrees.
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Fairfield University had 2,884 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 2,884 |
|---|---|
| Density | 8,546 per sq mi (3,300 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Fairfield University at a glance
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
|---|---|
| County | Greater Bridgeport Planning Region |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 2,884 (2020) |
| Land area | 0.34 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Coordinates | 41.1590° N, 73.2571° W |
| ZIP code | 06824 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 0926698 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Fairfield University
- Mill Plain0.7 mi W
- Fairfield1.4 mi NW
- Southport2.3 mi SW
- Murray3.2 mi NW
- Staples3.6 mi W
- Bridgeport3.7 mi NE
- Greens Farms4.2 mi SW
- Sacred Heart University4.4 mi N
- Plattsville4.6 mi N
- Coleytown4.7 mi W
- Westport5.3 mi SW
- Westport Village5.5 mi W
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Frequently asked questions about Fairfield University
What county is Fairfield University in?
Fairfield University is in Greater Bridgeport Planning Region, Connecticut.
What is the population of Fairfield University, CT?
2,884 people lived in Fairfield University at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Fairfield University, CT?
The ZIP code of Fairfield University is 06824.
What towns are near Fairfield University?
Mill Plain (0.7 mi), Fairfield (1.4 mi), Southport (2.3 mi), Murray (3.2 mi), Staples (3.6 mi).
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