Fairfield County, county in Connecticut, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 942,426 inhabitants. The county was created 358 years ago in 1666. Its county seat is Bridgeport.
There are 27 city/town in Fairfield County, CT. The largest city of Fairfield County is Bridgeport with a population of 143,525. Other cities include, Stamford population 131,397, North Stamford population 128,278, Norwalk population 88,655, East Norwalk population 84,530
With its picturesque small towns, vibrant cities, and easy access to New York City, Fairfield County has long been a popular place to live and work in Connecticut. This affluent county located along Long Island Sound contains some of the most populous and economically important cities in the state. From the shores of the Long Island Sound to the hills of the Gold Coast, each Fairfield County city has its own unique character and charm.
The city of Bridgeport serves as the county seat and is the most populous city in the county. Once a major manufacturing hub, today Bridgeport is focused on redevelopment of its downtown and waterfront. Other larger cities include Stamford, which is a major corporate center with a revitalized downtown, and Norwalk, a diverse coastal city with a lively arts and maritime culture.
Smaller towns like Greenwich, New Canaan, Darien and Westport boast quaint downtowns dotted with shops and restaurants, historic architecture, strong school systems, and proximity to parks and beaches. The western cities of Danbury and Bethel balance small-town living with easy highway access to jobs and amenities.
Fairfield County's cities and towns each have their own appeal, but all provide residents with a high quality of life, thriving local economies, and access to culture and entertainment. This county's blend of natural beauty, economic strength, and exceptional neighborhoods makes it one of Connecticut's most sought-after regions.
List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Fairfield County.
City Name | Title | Population |
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Bethel | City in Alaska, USA | 19,941 |
Bridgeport | The second most populous city in Connecticut. | 143,525 |
Brookfield | Town in Connecticut, United States | 16,900 |
Danbury | The most populous city in Fairfield County, Connecticut. | 84,317 |
Darien | Town in Connecticut | 21,693 |
East Norwalk | A census-designated place in Norwalk, Connecticut. | 84,530 |
Easton | Town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States | 7,466 |
Fairfield | Town in Connecticut, United States of America | 62,215 |
Greenwich | Town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States | 62,769 |
Monroe | Town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States | 19,328 |
New Canaan | Town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States | 20,115 |
New Fairfield | Town in Connecticut, United States | 13,792 |
Newtown | Town in Connecticut, United States | 1,953 |
North Stamford | A census-designated place in Stamford, Connecticut. | 128,278 |
Norwalk | The most populous city in Fairfield County, Connecticut. | 88,655 |
Old Greenwich | Census designated place | 6,611 |
Redding | Town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States | 9,051 |
Ridgefield | Town in Connecticut | 24,898 |
Roxbury | Town in Connecticut, United States | 2,150 |
Shelton | A town in Fairfield County, Connecticut. | 40,957 |
Sherman | Town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States | 3,610 |
Stamford | The second most populous city in Connecticut. | 131,397 |
Stratford | Town in Connecticut | 51,660 |
Trumbull | Town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States | 35,438 |
Weston | Town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States | 10,204 |
Westport | Town in Connecticut | 28,444 |
Wilton | Town in Connecticut, USA | 18,219 |