New Canaan

41.1468° N, 73.4948° W

Overview for New Canaan, CT

20,574 people live in New Canaan, where the median age is 42.5 and the average individual income is $119,935. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

20,574

Total Population

42.5 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$119,935

Average individual Income

Around New Canaan, CT

There's plenty to do around New Canaan, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

17
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
19
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including "B" CHIC, Irwin Park, and Inspire Fitness.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Shopping 4.25 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 0.88 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 0.94 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 3.19 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 4.31 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 4.55 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for New Canaan, CT

New Canaan has 6,917 households, with an average household size of 2.96. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in New Canaan do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 20,574 people call New Canaan home. The population density is 926.98 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

20,574

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

42.5

Median Age

45.24 / 54.76%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
6,917

Total Households

2.96

Average Household Size

$119,935

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Without Children:

Marital Status

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Single
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Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in New Canaan, CT

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The following schools are within or nearby New Canaan. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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