New Milford’s Workforce Supports Business Growth

Our talent pool is intelligent, resourceful, and dedicated. Whether they are Connecticut born or drawn here to work or attend one of our many colleges and universities, our workforce is well-educated and highly industrious. 

In combination with the state’s inherent workforce assets, New Milford offers a compelling talent proposition for companies setting up operations in our state:

  • An educated population
  • A skilled workforce seeking opportunities
  • A workforce support infrastructure to complement the talent pool and meet business needs

“Kimberly-Clark’s highly skilled workforce draws heavily from New Milford and the greater Danbury metro area and includes roles in Manufacturing and Operations Management, Safety and Quality Management, Skilled Trades such as Lift truck drivers, Production Operators, Electricians, Maintenance, as well as Engineering and Human Resources.” – Nate Kenney, Manager – Kimberly-Clark Kleenex manufacturing facility

Workforce

Total Businesses

1,413

Total Employed

11,197

Workers 16+

14,612

2026 HealthCare / Social Assistance

cp-industries

Businesses

129

Employed

1,738

2026 Retail Trade Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

179

Employed

1,709

2026 Manufacturing Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

74

Employed

1,418

2026 Educational Services - Businesses

cp-industries

Businesses

37

Employed

1,036

2026 Prof / Scientific / Tech Service

cp-industries

Businesses

123

Employed

974

2026 Accommodation / Food Service

cp-industries

Businesses

80

Employed

896

Some
High School

807

Graduated
High School

5,060

Associates
Degree

1,793

Bachelor's
Degree

5,306

Graduate
Degree

3,170

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Resident Commuters

10,837

Non-Resident Commuters

2,493

Drive Alone

10,168

Carpooled

1,646

Public

170

Work At Home

2,204

Source: ESRI, 2026-09-09