06484 ZIP Code
Shelton, Connecticut
December 19, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 06484 |
| City/Town: | Shelton |
| County: | Naugatuck Valley |
| State: | Connecticut |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 41,206 |
| Median Household Income: | $112,366 |
| Per Capita Income: | $61,147 |
| Total Housing Units: | 16,400 |
| Median Home Value: | $410,400 |
| Land Area: | 30.6 sq miles
79.3 sq km |
| Water Area: | 1.3 sq miles
3.3 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 41.3046, -73.1392 |
Population Information (06484 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 41,206 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 19,585 | 47.5% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 21,621 | 52.5% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 44.6 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 2,658 | 6.5% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 1,858 | 4.5% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 1,736 | 4.2% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 1,934 | 4.7% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 2,065 | 5.0% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 5,169 | 12.5% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 5,352 | 13.0% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 5,335 | 12.9% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 3,676 | 8.9% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 3,174 | 7.7% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 4,209 | 10.2% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 2,679 | 6.5% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 1,361 | 3.3% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (06484 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $410,400 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 6.3 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,539 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 16,400 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 15,774 | 96.2% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 626 | 3.8% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 12,379 | 78.5% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 3,395 | 21.5% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (06484 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 30,955 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 831 | 2.7% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 1,163 | 3.8% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 7,710 | 24.9% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 5,270 | 17.0% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 2,602 | 8.4% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 7,617 | 24.6% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 5,762 | 18.6% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 93.6% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 43.2% | 34.3% |
Income Information (06484 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $112,366 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $140,301 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $128,756 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $61,147 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (06484 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 22,974 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 21,586 | 94.5% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 1,262 | 5.5% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 11,664 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 17,354 | 80.4% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 2,623 | 12.2% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 1,599 | 7.4% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 10 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (06484 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 31,190 | 75.7% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 1,953 | 4.7% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 262 | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 3,641 | 8.8% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 1,433 | 3.5% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 2,727 | 6.6% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 3,242 | 7.9% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 4,991 | 12.1% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 513 | 1.2% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 2,218 | 5.4% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 230 | 0.6% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 2,030 | 4.9% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (06484 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 414 | 2.6% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 384 | 2.4% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 692 | 4.4% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 765 | 4.8% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 1,138 | 7.2% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 1,634 | 10.4% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 1,909 | 12.1% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 3,758 | 23.8% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 1,723 | 10.9% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 3,357 | 21.3% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (06484 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 16,815 | 77.9% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 1,386 | 6.4% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 391 | 1.8% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 109 | 0.5% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 61 | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 2,658 | 12.3% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 29.0 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (06484 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 78 | 0.4% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 1,178 | 5.5% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 3,008 | 13.9% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 352 | 1.6% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 1,981 | 9.2% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 672 | 3.1% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 351 | 1.6% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 2,049 | 9.5% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 2,722 | 12.6% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 6,118 | 28.3% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 1,488 | 6.9% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 807 | 3.7% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 782 | 3.6% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (06484 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 5.5% | 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 (06484 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 39,233 | 95.2% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 30,996 | 75.2% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 12,945 | 31.4% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 1,420 | 3.4% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (06484 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 12,542 | 79.5% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 5,657 | 35.9% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 4,637 | 29.4% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 440 | 2.8% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 275 | 1.7% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 596 | 3.8% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (06484 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 10,529 | 64.2% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 2,049 | 12.5% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 672 | 4.1% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 748 | 4.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 527 | 3.2% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 253 | 1.5% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 1,362 | 8.3% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 260 | 1.6% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (06484 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 98 | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 1,176 | 7.2% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 1,126 | 6.9% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 1,885 | 11.5% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 3,076 | 18.8% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 2,110 | 12.9% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 2,333 | 14.2% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 1,861 | 11.3% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 744 | 4.5% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 1,991 | 12.1% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (06484 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 352 | 2.1% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 1,525 | 9.3% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 3,608 | 22.0% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 6,724 | 41.0% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 3,457 | 21.1% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 734 | 4.5% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (06484 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 5,898 | 37.4% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 1,165 | 7.4% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 1,291 | 8.2% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 7,081 | 44.9% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 159 | 1.0% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 45 | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 71 | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 64 | 0.4% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (06484 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 926 | 5.9% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 4,133 | 26.2% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 6,496 | 41.2% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 4,219 | 26.7% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (06484 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 280 | 2.3% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 179 | 1.4% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 141 | 1.1% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 344 | 2.8% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 1,841 | 14.9% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 6,462 | 52.2% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 2,923 | 23.6% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 209 | 1.7% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (06484 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $2,410 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $992 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,539 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.75 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 1.97 | 2.38 |
Households (06484 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 15,774 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 8,972 | 56.9% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 3,200 | 20.3% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 2,187 | 13.9% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 3,809 | 24.1% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 4,161 | 26.4% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 5,542 | 35.1% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.58 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.10 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (06484 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 16,731 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 5,236 | 31.3% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 9,575 | 57.2% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 420 | 2.5% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 1,425 | 8.5% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 4,364 | 26.1% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (06484 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 7,943 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 954 | 12.0% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 382 | 4.8% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 2,942 | 37.0% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 1,614 | 20.3% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 2,051 | 25.8% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (06484 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 33,606 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 1,853 | 5.5% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 40,653 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 4,076 | 10.0% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 187 | 4.6% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 1,867 | 45.8% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 2,022 | 49.6% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (06484 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 35,687 | 86.6% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 4,657 | 11.3% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 1,150 | 24.7% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 3,326 | 71.4% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 1,131 | 24.3% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 181 | 3.9% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (06484 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 34,739 | 84.3% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 653 | 1.6% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 6,467 | 990.4% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 6,467 | 990.4% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 6,467 | 990.4% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 1,768 | 270.8% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 235 | 36.0% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 2,031 | 311.0% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 242 | 37.1% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (06484 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 38,548 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 30,177 | 78.3% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 8,371 | 21.7% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 2,659 | 6.9% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 4,093 | 10.6% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 1,384 | 3.6% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 235 | 0.6% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (06484 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 15,774 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 14,831 | 94.0% | 89.4% |
Shelton, CT06484