06854 ZIP Code
Norwalk, Connecticut
December 19, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 06854 |
| City/Town: | Norwalk |
| County: | Western Connecticut |
| State: | Connecticut |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 32,228 |
| Median Household Income: | $80,398 |
| Per Capita Income: | $39,646 |
| Total Housing Units: | 12,499 |
| Median Home Value: | $428,600 |
| Land Area: | 4.8 sq miles
12.5 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.8 sq miles
2.2 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 41.0909, -73.4288 |
Population Information (06854 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 32,228 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 16,843 | 52.3% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 15,385 | 47.7% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 36.7 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 2,284 | 7.1% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 1,721 | 5.3% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 1,706 | 5.3% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 2,545 | 7.9% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 2,035 | 6.3% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 5,022 | 15.6% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 4,739 | 14.7% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 3,690 | 11.4% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 2,176 | 6.8% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 1,782 | 5.5% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 2,576 | 8.0% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 1,110 | 3.4% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 842 | 2.6% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (06854 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $428,600 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 4.6 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,699 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 12,499 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 11,722 | 93.8% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 777 | 6.2% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 5,438 | 46.4% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 6,284 | 53.6% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (06854 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 21,937 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 2,407 | 11.0% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 1,187 | 5.4% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 5,601 | 25.5% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 3,379 | 15.4% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 1,605 | 7.3% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 4,791 | 21.8% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 2,967 | 13.5% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 83.6% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 35.4% | 34.3% |
Income Information (06854 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $80,398 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $116,683 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $84,886 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $39,646 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (06854 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 18,369 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 17,360 | 94.5% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 1,009 | 5.5% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 7,537 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 14,654 | 84.4% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 1,175 | 6.8% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 1,505 | 8.7% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 26 | 0.1% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (06854 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 13,935 | 43.2% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 7,330 | 22.7% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 90 | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 1,072 | 3.3% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 4,584 | 14.2% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 5,217 | 16.2% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 8,405 | 26.1% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 13,980 | 43.4% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 2,903 | 9.0% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 1,708 | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 19 | 0.1% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 9,350 | 29.0% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (06854 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 767 | 6.5% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 340 | 2.9% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 721 | 6.2% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 818 | 7.0% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 1,115 | 9.5% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 1,871 | 16.0% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 1,352 | 11.5% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 2,055 | 17.5% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 1,222 | 10.4% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 1,461 | 12.5% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (06854 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 11,314 | 65.2% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 2,172 | 12.5% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 1,076 | 6.2% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 780 | 4.5% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 302 | 1.7% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 1,186 | 6.8% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 27.3 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (06854 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 49 | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 1,935 | 11.1% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 945 | 5.4% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 541 | 3.1% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 1,941 | 11.2% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 768 | 4.4% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 489 | 2.8% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 1,188 | 6.8% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 2,194 | 12.6% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 3,558 | 20.5% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 2,609 | 15.0% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 868 | 5.0% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 275 | 1.6% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (06854 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 16.1% | 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 (06854 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 26,321 | 81.7% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 15,908 | 49.4% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 12,943 | 40.2% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 5,907 | 18.3% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (06854 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 9,666 | 82.5% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 2,887 | 24.6% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 1,502 | 12.8% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 352 | 3.0% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 338 | 2.9% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 1,658 | 14.1% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (06854 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 4,316 | 34.5% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 845 | 6.8% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 1,997 | 16.0% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 1,509 | 12.1% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 1,127 | 9.0% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 1,115 | 8.9% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 1,590 | 12.7% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (06854 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 539 | 4.3% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 982 | 7.9% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 950 | 7.6% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 1,135 | 9.1% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 2,394 | 19.2% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 1,593 | 12.7% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 1,779 | 14.2% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 984 | 7.9% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 2,143 | 17.1% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (06854 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 471 | 3.8% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 2,154 | 17.2% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 4,552 | 36.4% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 3,706 | 29.7% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 1,232 | 9.9% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 384 | 3.1% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (06854 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 5,687 | 48.5% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 179 | 1.5% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 3,248 | 27.7% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 2,392 | 20.4% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 68 | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 148 | 1.3% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (06854 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 1,165 | 9.9% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 4,130 | 35.2% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 4,506 | 38.4% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 1,921 | 16.4% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (06854 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 227 | 4.2% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 0 | 0.0% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 58 | 1.1% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 174 | 3.2% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 440 | 8.1% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 2,870 | 52.8% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 1,480 | 27.2% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 189 | 3.5% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (06854 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $2,698 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $1,093 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,699 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.69 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.78 | 2.38 |
Households (06854 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 11,722 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 4,771 | 40.7% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 2,110 | 18.0% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 2,500 | 21.3% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 3,465 | 29.6% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 3,993 | 34.1% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 3,217 | 27.4% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.74 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.27 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (06854 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 13,962 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 6,517 | 46.7% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 5,930 | 42.5% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 311 | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 1,005 | 7.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 4,796 | 34.4% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (06854 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 8,304 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 320 | 3.9% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 506 | 6.1% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 3,044 | 36.7% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 1,865 | 22.5% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 2,569 | 30.9% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (06854 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 24,914 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 486 | 2.0% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 32,228 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 2,794 | 8.7% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 307 | 11.0% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 1,351 | 48.4% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 1,136 | 40.7% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (06854 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 28,044 | 87.0% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 3,553 | 11.0% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 2,439 | 68.6% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 636 | 17.9% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 426 | 12.0% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 478 | 13.5% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (06854 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 19,660 | 61.0% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 620 | 1.9% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 12,568 | 2027.1% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 12,568 | 2027.1% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 12,568 | 2027.1% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 1,017 | 164.0% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 336 | 54.2% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 10,249 | 1653.1% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 0 | 0.0% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (06854 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 29,944 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 15,067 | 50.3% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 14,877 | 49.7% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 11,367 | 38.0% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 2,784 | 9.3% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 489 | 1.6% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 237 | 0.8% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (06854 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 11,722 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 10,936 | 93.3% | 89.4% |
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