06385 ZIP Code
Waterford, Connecticut
December 19, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 06385 |
| City/Town: | Waterford |
| County: | Southeastern Connecticut |
| State: | Connecticut |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 15,886 |
| Median Household Income: | $101,994 |
| Per Capita Income: | $56,316 |
| Total Housing Units: | 7,272 |
| Median Home Value: | $299,700 |
| Land Area: | 24.9 sq miles
64.5 sq km |
| Water Area: | 1.9 sq miles
4.9 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 41.3617, -72.1566 |
Population Information (06385 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 15,886 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 7,661 | 48.2% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 8,225 | 51.8% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 47.1 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 912 | 5.7% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 672 | 4.2% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 895 | 5.6% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 829 | 5.2% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 703 | 4.4% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 1,987 | 12.5% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 1,558 | 9.8% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 2,493 | 15.7% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 1,238 | 7.8% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 1,200 | 7.6% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 1,688 | 10.6% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 1,131 | 7.1% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 580 | 3.7% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (06385 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $299,700 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 6.0 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,511 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 7,272 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 6,623 | 91.1% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 649 | 8.9% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 5,219 | 78.8% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 1,404 | 21.2% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (06385 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 11,875 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 93 | 0.8% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 341 | 2.9% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 3,213 | 27.1% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 2,589 | 21.8% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 1,015 | 8.5% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 2,561 | 21.6% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 2,063 | 17.4% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 96.3% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 38.9% | 34.3% |
Income Information (06385 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $101,994 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $116,733 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $121,100 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $56,316 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (06385 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 8,681 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 8,035 | 95.0% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 424 | 5.0% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 4,598 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 6,504 | 80.9% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 1,119 | 13.9% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 412 | 5.1% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (06385 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 13,933 | 87.7% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 296 | 1.9% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 34 | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 790 | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 162 | 1.0% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 671 | 4.2% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 424 | 2.7% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 575 | 3.6% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 119 | 0.7% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 275 | 1.7% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 1 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 180 | 1.1% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (06385 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 89 | 1.3% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 223 | 3.4% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 246 | 3.7% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 521 | 7.9% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 501 | 7.6% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 819 | 12.4% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 879 | 13.3% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 1,622 | 24.5% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 881 | 13.3% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 842 | 12.7% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (06385 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 6,843 | 85.2% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 378 | 4.7% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 29 | 0.4% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 46 | 0.6% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 66 | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 622 | 7.7% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 21.3 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (06385 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 46 | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 289 | 3.6% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 1,257 | 15.6% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 188 | 2.3% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 1,068 | 13.3% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 424 | 5.3% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 111 | 1.4% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 285 | 3.5% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 636 | 7.9% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 2,284 | 28.4% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 662 | 8.2% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 367 | 4.6% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 418 | 5.2% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (06385 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 5.4% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (06385 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 15,087 | 95.0% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 12,119 | 76.3% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 5,662 | 35.6% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 325 | 2.0% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (06385 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 5,141 | 77.6% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 2,464 | 37.2% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 1,996 | 30.1% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 269 | 4.1% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 96 | 1.4% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 567 | 8.6% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (06385 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 5,855 | 80.5% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 479 | 6.6% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 175 | 2.4% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 60 | 0.8% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 238 | 3.3% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 127 | 1.7% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 136 | 1.9% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 202 | 2.8% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (06385 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 40 | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 132 | 1.8% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 598 | 8.2% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 916 | 12.6% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 1,071 | 14.7% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 847 | 11.6% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 817 | 11.2% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 1,154 | 15.9% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 512 | 7.0% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 1,185 | 16.3% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (06385 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 79 | 1.1% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 709 | 9.7% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 1,745 | 24.0% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 2,833 | 39.0% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 1,667 | 22.9% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 239 | 3.3% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (06385 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 188 | 2.8% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 709 | 10.7% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 1,310 | 19.8% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 4,142 | 62.5% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 14 | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 188 | 2.8% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 65 | 1.0% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 7 | 0.1% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (06385 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 348 | 5.3% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 1,997 | 30.2% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 2,931 | 44.3% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 1,347 | 20.3% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (06385 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 145 | 2.8% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 51 | 1.0% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 250 | 4.8% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 562 | 10.8% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 1,607 | 30.8% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 2,071 | 39.7% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 502 | 9.6% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 31 | 0.6% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (06385 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $2,066 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $927 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,511 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.41 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.11 | 2.38 |
Households (06385 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 6,623 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 3,473 | 52.4% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 1,337 | 20.2% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 1,066 | 16.1% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 1,708 | 25.8% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 1,877 | 28.3% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 2,244 | 33.9% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.34 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.87 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (06385 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 6,537 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 1,853 | 28.3% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 3,831 | 58.6% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 123 | 1.9% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 672 | 10.3% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 1,653 | 25.3% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (06385 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 3,301 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 238 | 7.2% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 106 | 3.2% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 1,311 | 39.7% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 754 | 22.8% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 892 | 27.0% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (06385 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 12,590 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 1,568 | 12.5% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 15,412 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 2,200 | 14.3% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 166 | 7.5% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 1,005 | 45.7% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 1,029 | 46.8% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (06385 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 14,172 | 89.2% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 1,467 | 9.2% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 906 | 61.8% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 531 | 36.2% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 244 | 16.6% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 30 | 2.0% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (06385 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 14,955 | 94.1% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 180 | 1.1% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 931 | 517.2% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 931 | 517.2% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 931 | 517.2% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 211 | 117.2% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 44 | 24.4% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 136 | 75.6% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 50 | 27.8% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (06385 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 14,974 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 13,944 | 93.1% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 1,030 | 6.9% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 161 | 1.1% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 578 | 3.9% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 191 | 1.3% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 100 | 0.7% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (06385 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 6,623 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 6,295 | 95.0% | 89.4% |
Waterford, CT06385