New Haven County, Connecticut
New Haven County: County in Connecticut, United States
About
New Haven County is a county located in the U.S. state of Connecticut. As of the 2010 census, the population was 862,477 and a population density of 386 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 county had an estimated population of 851,948 inhabitants. Its county seat is New Haven. The county was created 358 years ago in 1665.
New Haven County is located in the south-central part of Connecticut along Long Island Sound. With a population of over 860,000 as of 2020, it is the state's second most populous county.
The county covers about 600 square miles. Its county seat and largest city is New Haven, home to Yale University.
Key Facts and History
- New Haven was founded in 1638 and named after its English hometown. It became co-capital of the Connecticut Colony.
- The county was established in 1666 as one of Connecticut’s original counties.
- In the 19th century, New Haven emerged as an industrial powerhouse, dominated by firearms, rubber and machinery producers.
- Today, education, healthcare, financial services, and biotechnology are major industries. Yale University drives much of the economy.
Major Industries and Attractions
- With Yale and other universities like Quinnipiac, education is a prime industry in New Haven County. Numerous research and technology spinoffs locate here.
- Manufacturing is still important, including submarine construction at General Dynamics Electric Boat in Groton.
- Along coastal cities like New Haven, Milford and Branford, tourism brings many visitors to beaches, dining and sightseeing.
- Attractions include museums, theaters, vineyards, casinos, and more. The Peabody Museum of Natural History is highly regarded.
Transportation and Cities
- New Haven is the main transportation hub, served by Interstate 95, Metro-North Railroad, and Tweed New Haven Airport.
- Other major cities include Waterbury, Meriden, Milford, Wallingford and Middletown.
- The southeastern section of the county is more rural, with forested areas and farmland.
Quick Facts about New Haven County
| Population : | 851,948 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Connecticut (United States) |
| Area : | 2233 km2 |
| Water as percent of area : | 29.9% |
| Land as percent of area : | 70.1% |
| Named for : | New Haven Colony |
| Altitude : | 308 feet / 94 meters |
| Capital : | New Haven |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1666 |
| Time Zone : | America/New_York |
| Local time : | 00:54:47 (18th December 2024) |
| Density : | 382 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | -1.24% (2010-2020) |
Geography
New Haven County is located at 41°20'56"N 72°53'59"W (41.3488200, -72.8998600). It has 5 neighbors: Fairfield County, Hartford County, Litchfield County, Middlesex County and Suffolk County.
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The largest city of New Haven County is New Haven with a population of 130,801. Other cities include, Waterbury population 106,826, Meriden population 58,981, West Haven population 54,367 and Milford population 53,259. See all New Haven County cities & populated places.
New Haven County Populated Places (more)
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in New Haven County.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| New Haven | 130,801 | The second most populous city in Connecticut. |
| Waterbury | 106,826 | The second most populous city in Connecticut. |
| Hamden | 60,294 | Town in Connecticut, US |
| Meriden | 58,981 | The most populous city in New Haven County, Connecticut. |
| West Haven | 54,367 | The most populous city in New Haven County, Connecticut. |
| Milford | 53,259 | A city in New Haven County, Connecticut. |
| Wallingford | 44,076 | Town in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States |
| Naugatuck | 30,905 | Town in Connecticut, United States |
| Cheshire | 28,806 | Town in Connecticut |
| East Haven | 28,454 | Town in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States |
| Branford | 27,736 | Town in New Haven County, Connecticut, United Sates |
| North Haven | 23,556 | Town in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States |
| Guilford | 22,043 | Town in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States |
| Southbury | 19,496 | Town in Connecticut, United States |
| Ansonia | 18,525 | City in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States |
| Madison | 17,924 | Town in Connecticut, United States |
New Haven County has 5 neighbours.
- Fairfield County county in Connecticut, United States
- Hartford County county in Connecticut, United States
- Litchfield County county in Connecticut, United States
- Middlesex County county in Connecticut, United States
- Suffolk County county in New York, United States
Demographics
According to census records, the population of New Haven County decreased by 1.24% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 862,477 | - | census |
| 2011 | 863,871 | 0.16% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 864,566 | 0.08% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 862,820 | -0.2% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 862,885 | 0.01% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 860,186 | -0.31% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 857,901 | -0.27% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 857,748 | -0.02% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 856,971 | -0.09% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 854,757 | -0.26% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 851,948 | -0.33% | estimation process |
People born in New Haven County (5)
People born in New Haven County, including New Zealand entomologist Lionel Jack Dumbleton, painter and author Clarissa Munger Badger, minister and author 1810-1883 Nathaniel Smith Richardson, .
List
- Marshall Ashmun Upson he was born in 23/11/1828
- George Candee (American landscape artist) he was born in 25/12/1837
Connecticut Other Counties (more counties)
| County Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Fairfield County | 942,426 | County in Connecticut, United States |
| Hartford County | 889,226 | County in Connecticut, United States |
| New London County | 264,999 | County in Connecticut, United States |
| Litchfield County | 179,610 | County in Connecticut, United States |
| Middlesex County | 161,657 | County in Connecticut, United States |
| Tolland County | 150,600 | County in Connecticut, United States |
| Bridgeport | 143,525 | The second most populous city in Connecticut. |
| Stamford | 131,397 | The second most populous city in Connecticut. |
| New Haven | 130,801 | The second most populous city in Connecticut. |
| North Stamford | 128,278 | A census-designated place in Stamford, Connecticut. |
| Hartford | 121,535 | The capital of Connecticut. |
| Windham County | 116,540 | County in Connecticut, United States |
| Waterbury | 106,826 | The second most populous city in Connecticut. |
| Norwalk | 88,655 | The most populous city in Fairfield County, Connecticut. |
| East Norwalk | 84,530 | A census-designated place in Norwalk, Connecticut. |
| Danbury | 84,317 | The most populous city in Fairfield County, Connecticut. |
