06517 ZIP Code
Hamden, Connecticut
December 19, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 06517 |
| City/Town: | Hamden |
| County: | South Central Regional |
| State: | Connecticut |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 14,287 |
| Median Household Income: | $93,877 |
| Per Capita Income: | $58,691 |
| Total Housing Units: | 6,671 |
| Median Home Value: | $298,800 |
| Land Area: | 5.0 sq miles
13.0 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.4 sq miles
1.1 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 41.3494, -72.9071 |
Population Information (06517 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 14,287 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 6,816 | 47.7% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 7,471 | 52.3% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 43.9 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 822 | 5.8% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 843 | 5.9% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 828 | 5.8% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 725 | 5.1% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 725 | 5.1% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 1,415 | 9.9% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 1,965 | 13.8% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 1,614 | 11.3% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 1,000 | 7.0% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 1,195 | 8.4% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 1,358 | 9.5% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 1,036 | 7.3% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 761 | 5.3% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (06517 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $298,800 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 6.1 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,289 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 6,671 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 6,016 | 90.2% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 655 | 9.8% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 3,757 | 62.5% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 2,259 | 37.5% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (06517 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 10,344 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 277 | 2.7% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 194 | 1.9% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 2,417 | 23.4% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 1,443 | 14.0% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 578 | 5.6% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 1,920 | 18.6% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 3,515 | 34.0% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 95.4% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 52.5% | 34.3% |
Income Information (06517 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $93,877 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $123,595 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $130,677 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $58,691 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (06517 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 7,695 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 7,282 | 94.8% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 403 | 5.2% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 4,013 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 5,806 | 79.7% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 1,070 | 14.7% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 406 | 5.6% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (06517 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 9,449 | 66.1% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 2,805 | 19.6% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 53 | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 217 | 1.5% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 731 | 5.1% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 1,032 | 7.2% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 1,330 | 9.3% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 2,126 | 14.9% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 125 | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 1,098 | 7.7% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 903 | 6.3% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (06517 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 289 | 4.8% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 163 | 2.7% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 569 | 9.5% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 416 | 6.9% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 412 | 6.8% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 781 | 13.0% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 529 | 8.8% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 953 | 15.8% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 811 | 13.5% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 1,093 | 18.2% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (06517 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 4,826 | 66.3% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 569 | 7.8% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 396 | 5.4% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 90 | 1.2% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 83 | 1.1% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 1,189 | 16.3% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 23.7 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (06517 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 12 | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 311 | 4.3% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 331 | 4.5% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 158 | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 551 | 7.6% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 291 | 4.0% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 107 | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 430 | 5.9% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 884 | 12.1% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 3,084 | 42.4% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 536 | 7.4% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 333 | 4.6% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 254 | 3.5% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (06517 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 8.5% | 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 (06517 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 13,777 | 96.4% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 10,021 | 70.1% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 5,560 | 38.9% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 376 | 2.6% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (06517 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 4,412 | 73.3% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 2,381 | 39.6% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 1,478 | 24.6% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 309 | 5.1% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 315 | 5.2% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 780 | 13.0% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (06517 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 4,070 | 61.0% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 306 | 4.6% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 602 | 9.0% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 438 | 6.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 195 | 2.9% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 237 | 3.6% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 823 | 12.3% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (06517 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 16 | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 182 | 2.7% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 309 | 4.6% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 330 | 4.9% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 326 | 4.9% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 523 | 7.8% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 657 | 9.8% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 1,327 | 19.9% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 962 | 14.4% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 2,039 | 30.6% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (06517 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 341 | 5.1% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 875 | 13.1% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 1,333 | 20.0% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 2,668 | 40.0% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 1,020 | 15.3% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 434 | 6.5% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (06517 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 3,538 | 58.8% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 71 | 1.2% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 853 | 14.2% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 1,283 | 21.3% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 11 | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 8 | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 20 | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 228 | 3.8% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 4 | 0.1% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (06517 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 742 | 12.3% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 2,301 | 38.2% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 2,163 | 36.0% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 810 | 13.5% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (06517 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 67 | 1.8% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 46 | 1.2% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 139 | 3.7% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 420 | 11.2% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 1,224 | 32.6% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 1,482 | 39.4% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 286 | 7.6% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 93 | 2.5% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (06517 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $2,439 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $1,232 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,289 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.59 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 1.93 | 2.38 |
Households (06517 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 6,016 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 2,697 | 44.8% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 1,013 | 16.8% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 985 | 16.4% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 2,045 | 34.0% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 1,683 | 28.0% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 2,549 | 42.4% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.34 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.00 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (06517 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 5,594 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 2,099 | 37.5% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 2,900 | 51.8% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 244 | 4.4% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 328 | 5.9% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 2,066 | 36.9% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (06517 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 3,325 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 395 | 11.9% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 220 | 6.6% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 1,286 | 38.7% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 652 | 19.6% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 772 | 23.2% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (06517 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 11,283 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 491 | 4.4% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 14,153 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 2,171 | 15.3% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 183 | 8.4% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 713 | 32.8% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 1,275 | 58.7% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (06517 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 12,841 | 89.9% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 1,240 | 8.7% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 692 | 55.8% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 473 | 38.1% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 308 | 24.8% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 75 | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (06517 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 12,731 | 89.1% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 521 | 3.6% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 1,556 | 298.7% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 1,556 | 298.7% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 1,556 | 298.7% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 244 | 46.8% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 142 | 27.3% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 661 | 126.9% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 71 | 13.6% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (06517 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 13,465 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 11,084 | 82.3% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 2,381 | 17.7% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 1,434 | 10.6% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 484 | 3.6% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 176 | 1.3% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 287 | 2.1% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (06517 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 6,016 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 5,454 | 90.7% | 89.4% |
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