Essex, Ct.

Essex received the distinction of being named among the "Best Small Town in America" in 1995. Essex consists of three unique villages and is ideally located on the Connecticut River a few short miles from Long Island Sound. Well-known for its beautiful landscapes, majestic trees and gardens, fascinating architecture, and cultural and historical attractions, we are a boating and sailing destination as well. Essex is famous for hosting a multitude of parades throughout the year and offers an outstanding culinary and shopping experience to our residents and visitors. Come experience, explore and enjoy the small-town enchantment of Essex, Connecticut.

Welcome to Essex

 
Incorporated in 1639, the town of Essex consists of three villages Essex, Centerbrook, and Ivoryton. Settled around the Falls River and Connecticut River, Essex boasts scenic views, historic architecture, gracious tree-lined streets, eclectic shops, marinas, acclaimed restaurants, and a remarkable history.
 
With three yacht clubs and numerous marinas, Essex allows boaters to dock their boats and walk to fabulous shopping and many outstanding restaurants. For fishing, the Connecticut River and Long Island Sound are fertile waters for a variety of species including shad, striped bass, bluefish, and blackfish. The Sound is also perfect for sailing and power boaters and provides an easy day trip to Long Island.
 
The town is home to numerous civic groups, an active historical society, and a garden club. It is known for a variety of parades that it hosts each year, including one on Groundhog Day and the Burning of the Ships Parade, which commemorates a British raid that took place in 1814 and left dozens of ships ablaze in the harbor.

Overview for Essex, Ct., CT

2,814 people live in Essex, Ct., where the median age is 56.1 and the average individual income is $68,554. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

2,814

Total Population

56.1 years

Median Age

High

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

$68,554

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Essex, Ct., CT

Population Households Employment

Essex, Ct. has 1,207 households, with an average household size of 2.33. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Essex, Ct. do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 2,814 people call Essex, Ct. home. The population density is 732.57 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

2,814

Total Population

High

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

56.1

Median Age

51.17 / 48.83%

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
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
1,207

Total Households

2.33

Average Household Size

$68,554

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

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

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