Washington

Town in Northwest Hills Planning Region, Connecticut

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Washington is a town in Northwest Hills Planning Region, Connecticut, with 3,646 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 499 ft (152 m) above sea level. The nearest town is New Preston, 2.3 miles NW.

About Washington

Washington is a rural town in Litchfield County, Connecticut, in the Northeast region of the United States. The population was 3,646 at the 2020 census. Washington is known for its picturesque countryside, historic architecture, and active civic and cultural life. The town has strong ties to New York City, and is home to many cultural and business elites. The town is part of the Northwest Hills Planning Region.

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Median household income
$101,549
Median home value
$660,200
Median rent
$1,204/mo
Median age
49.9
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Washington, CT population

Washington had 3,646 residents in the 2020 Census.

2020 Census3,646
Density96 per sq mi (37 per km²)

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.

Washington at a glance

StateConnecticut (CT)
CountyNorthwest Hills Planning Region
TypeTown
Population3,646 (2020)
Land area38.07 sq mi (98.6 km²)
Water area0.57 sq mi (1.48 km²)
Elevation499 ft (152 m)
Coordinates41.6646° N, 73.3061° W
ZIP codes06794, 06758, 06777, 06793
Official websitewashingtonct.org
Census code (GEOID)0916079720

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.

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Frequently asked questions about Washington

What county is Washington in?

Washington is in Northwest Hills Planning Region, Connecticut.

What is the population of Washington, CT?

3,646 people lived in Washington at the 2020 Census.

What is the ZIP code of Washington, CT?

The main ZIP code is 06794. Other ZIP codes: 06758, 06777, 06793.

What is the elevation of Washington?

499 feet (152 m) above sea level.

What towns are near Washington?

New Preston (2.3 mi), Warren (5.3 mi), Bethlehem (5.3 mi), Bantam (5.3 mi), Morris (5.4 mi).

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