Town of New Milford, CT
What sets New Milford apart from other similarly sized towns is its vibrant Town Center, which boasts a strong independent retail and restaurant scene. In Western Connecticut’s Litchfield County, New Milford offers numerous exciting business opportunities, convenient access to global markets, and superior quality of life. Our residents are diverse, active, friendly, and they fully embrace the Town’s exceptional features, including Candlewood Lake, the Housatonic River, and our expansive parks and forests.
“New Milford has a multitude of cultural resources and opportunities that further add to the reason why our residents, visitors and businesses enjoy a quality of life unparalleled in our area” – Alexander “Oley” Carp, Chairman, The Corporation for New Milford Economic Development
The Town is well-positioned for sustainable and innovative growth in the following sectors:
- Retail
- Hospitality
- Healthcare and assisted living
- Professional, scientific, and technical services
- Light manufacturing
- Film and digital media
Contact the Office of Economic Development for more information.
Population
Population
| Population | 2000 | 2010 | 2026 | 2031 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town of New Milford, CT | 27,120 | 28,144 | 27,611 | 27,534 |
Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09
Population by Age
| Population | 2026 |
|---|---|
| 0-4 | 1,221 |
| 5-9 | 1,424 |
| 10-14 | 1,492 |
| 15-19 | 1,561 |
| 20-24 | 1,392 |
| 25-29 | 1,581 |
| 30-34 | 1,749 |
| 35-39 | 1,803 |
| 40-44 | 1,719 |
| 45-49 | 1,746 |
| 50-54 | 1,755 |
| 55-59 | 2,101 |
| 60-64 | 2,276 |
| 65-69 | 1,950 |
| 70-74 | 1,433 |
| 75-79 | 1,091 |
| 80-84 | 742 |
| 85+ | 575 |
| 18+ | 22,490 |
| Median Age | 45 |
Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09
Population by Race
| Town of New Milford, CT | 2026 |
|---|---|
| Total | 27,611.00 |
| White Alone | 77.21% |
| Black Alone | 2.37% |
| American Indian Alone | 0.33% |
| Asian Alone | 3.66% |
| Pacific Islander Alone | 0.02% |
| Some Other Race | 5.45% |
| Two or More Races | 10.96% |
| Hispanic Origin | 13.18% |
| Diversity Index | 52.70 |
Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09
Growth Rate
| Town of New Milford, CT | 2026 - 2031 |
|---|---|
| Population | -0.06% |
| Households | 0.21% |
| Families | 0.22% |
| Median Household Income | 2% |
| Per Capita Income | 2% |
Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09
Housing
Households
| Population | 2000 | 2010 | 2026 | 2031 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Households | 10,017 | 10,617 | 11,112 | 11,231 |
| Housing Units | 10,706 | 11,730 | 11,856 | 12,003 |
| Owner Occupied Units | 8,669 | 8,866 | ||
| Renter Occupied Units | 2,443 | 2,365 | ||
| Vacant Units | 744 | 772 |
Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09
Home Value
| Town of New Milford, CT | 2026 | 2031 |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $424,535 | $504,660 |
| Average Home Value | $539,438 | $592,708 |
| <$50,000 | 69 | 230 |
| $50,000 - $99,999 | 29 | 2 |
| $100,000 - $149,999 | 134 | 21 |
| $150,000 - $199,999 | 127 | 26 |
| $200,000 - $249,999 | 336 | 128 |
| $250,000 - $299,999 | 861 | 487 |
| $300,000 - $399,999 | 2,409 | 1,759 |
| $400,000 - $499,999 | 1,506 | 1,719 |
| $500,000 - $749,999 | 2,274 | 3,246 |
| $1,000,000 + | 212 | 324 |
Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09
Housing Year Built
| Year Range | Houses Built |
|---|---|
| 2010 or Later | 436 |
| 2000-2009 | 1,347 |
| 1990-1999 | 1,215 |
| 1980-1989 | 1,686 |
| 1970-1979 | 1,960 |
| 1960-1969 | 1,681 |
| 1950-1959 | 1,264 |
| 1940-1949 | 496 |
| 1939 or Before | 1,434 |
Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09
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Income
| Town of New Milford, CT | 2026 | 2031 |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household | $108,439 | $120,332 |
| Average Household | $142,163 | $157,722 |
| Per Capita | $57,406 | $64,529 |
Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09
Household Income
| Town of New Milford, CT | 2026 |
|---|---|
| <$15,000 | 506 |
| $15,000 - $24,999 | 336 |
| $25,000 - $34,999 | 473 |
| $35,000 - $49,999 | 745 |
| $50,000 - $74,999 | 1,344 |
| $75,000 - $99,999 | 1,638 |
| $100,000 - $149,999 | 2,380 |
| $150,000 - $199,999 | 1,552 |
| $200,000+ | 2,139 |
Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09
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Commute
| Category | Commuters |
|---|---|
| Workers 16+ | 14,612 |
| In-County Residents | 10,837 |
| Out-of-County Residents | 2,493 |
| Drive Alone | 10,168 |
| Carpooled | 1,646 |
| Public Transport | 170 |
| Work at Home | 2,204 |
| Motorcycle | 60 |
| Bicycle | 18 |
| Walked | 290 |
| Other | 57 |
| Less than 5 minutes | 341 |
| 5-9 minutes | 1,307 |
| 10-14 minutes | 1,348 |
| 15-19 minutes | 1,661 |
| 20-24 minutes | 1,483 |
| 25-29 minutes | 1,167 |
| 30-34 minutes | 1,375 |
| 35-39 minutes | 586 |
| 40-44 minutes | 442 |
| 45-59 minutes | 737 |
| 60-89 minutes | 1,331 |
| 90+ minutes | 630 |
| Average Travel Time | 0 |
Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09
Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09
Employees by NAICS
| Category | Number |
|---|---|
| Total Employees | 11,197 |
| Agr/Forestry/Fish/Hunt | 43 |
| Mining | 12 |
| Utilities | 2 |
| Construction | 748 |
| Manufacturing | 1,418 |
| Wholesale Trade | 264 |
| Retail Trade | 1,709 |
| Motor Veh/Parts Dealers | 154 |
| Furn & Home Furnish Str | 64 |
| Electronics & Appl Store | 23 |
| Bldg Matl/Garden Equip | 218 |
| Food & Beverage Stores | 514 |
| Health/Pers Care Stores | 101 |
| Gasoline Stations | 34 |
| Clothing/Accessory Store | 65 |
| Sports/Hobby/Book/Music | 217 |
| General Merchandise Str | 319 |
| Transportation/Warehouse | 169 |
| Information | 73 |
| Finance & Insurance | 140 |
| Cntrl Bank/Crdt Intrmdtn | 64 |
| Sec/Cmdty Cntrct/Oth Inv | 15 |
| Insur/Funds/Trusts/Other | 61 |
| Real Estate/Rent/Leasing | 273 |
| Prof/Scientific/Tech Srv | 974 |
| Legal Services | 126 |
| Mgmt of Comp/Enterprises | 15 |
| Admin/Support/Waste Mgmt | 334 |
| Educational Services | 1,036 |
| HealthCare/Social Assist | 1,738 |
| Arts/Entertainment/Rec | 172 |
| Accommodation/Food Srvcs | 896 |
| Accommodation | 231 |
| Food Srv/Drinking Places | 665 |
| Other Srv excl Pub Admin | 767 |
| Auto Repair/Maintenance | 134 |
| Public Administration Emp | 409 |
Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09
Educational Attainment (25+)
| Town of New Milford, CT | 2026 |
|---|---|
| <9th Grade | 268 |
| Some High School | 807 |
| GED | 518 |
| Graduated High School | 5,060 |
| Some College/No Degree | 3,599 |
| Associates Degree | 1,793 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 5,306 |
| Graduate Degree | 3,170 |
Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09
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Businesses by NAICS
| Category | Number |
|---|---|
| Total Businesses | 1,413 |
| Agr/Forestry/Fish/Hunt Bus | 8 |
| Mining Bus | 3 |
| Utilities Bus | 1 |
| Construction Bus | 192 |
| Manufacturing Bus | 74 |
| Wholesale Trade Bus | 54 |
| Retail Trade Bus | 179 |
| Motor Veh/Parts Dealers Bus | 24 |
| Furn & Home Furnish Str Bus | 12 |
| Electronics & Appl Store Bus | 3 |
| Bldg Matl/Garden Equip Bus | 19 |
| Food & Beverage Stores Bus | 29 |
| Health/Pers Care Stores Bus | 16 |
| Gasoline Stations Bus | 7 |
| Clothing/Accessory Store Bus | 10 |
| Sports/Hobby/Book/Music Bus | 39 |
| General Merchandise Str Bus | 20 |
| Transportation/Warehouse Bus | 21 |
| Information Bus | 21 |
| Finance & Insurance Bus | 33 |
| Cntrl Bank/Crdt Intrmdtn Bus | 12 |
| Sec/Cmdty Cntrct/Oth Inv Bus | 7 |
| Insur/Funds/Trusts/Other Bus | 14 |
| Real Estate/Rent/Leasing Bus | 59 |
| Prof/Scientific/Tech Srv Bus | 123 |
| Legal Services Bus | 20 |
| Mgmt of Comp/Enterprises Bus | 3 |
| Admin/Support/Waste Mgmt Bus | 67 |
| Educational Services Bus | 37 |
| HealthCare/Social Assist Bus | 129 |
| Arts/Entertainment/Rec Bus | 43 |
| Accommodation/Food Srvcs Bus | 80 |
| Accommodation Bus | 6 |
| Food Srv/Drinking Places Bus | 74 |
| Other Srv excl Pub Admin Bus | 204 |
| Auto Repair/Maintenance Bus | 38 |
| Public Administration Bus | 31 |
Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09
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