06878 ZIP Code
Riverside, Connecticut
December 19, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 06878 |
| City/Town: | Riverside |
| County: | Western Connecticut |
| State: | Connecticut |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 8,303 |
| Median Household Income: | $250,001 |
| Per Capita Income: | $117,422 |
| Total Housing Units: | 2,749 |
| Median Home Value: | $1,704,500 |
| Land Area: | 2.4 sq miles
6.3 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.8 sq miles
2.1 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 41.0301, -73.5837 |
Population Information (06878 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 8,303 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 3,930 | 47.3% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 4,373 | 52.7% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 41.9 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 473 | 5.7% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 705 | 8.5% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 832 | 10.0% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 860 | 10.4% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 331 | 4.0% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 520 | 6.3% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 937 | 11.3% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 1,421 | 17.1% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 689 | 8.3% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 413 | 5.0% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 630 | 7.6% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 383 | 4.6% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 109 | 1.3% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (06878 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $1,704,500 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 8.5 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,929 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 2,749 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 2,623 | 95.4% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 126 | 4.6% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 2,207 | 84.1% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 416 | 15.9% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (06878 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 5,102 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 123 | 2.4% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 51 | 1.0% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 241 | 4.7% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 427 | 8.4% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 142 | 2.8% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 2,007 | 39.3% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 2,111 | 41.4% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 96.6% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 80.7% | 34.3% |
Income Information (06878 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $250,001 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $429,964 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $250,001 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $117,422 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (06878 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 3,686 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 3,454 | 93.7% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 232 | 6.3% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 2,377 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 2,952 | 85.5% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 155 | 4.5% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 347 | 10.0% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (06878 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 5,812 | 70.0% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 272 | 3.3% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 18 | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 1,254 | 15.1% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 176 | 2.1% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 771 | 9.3% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 799 | 9.6% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 1,361 | 16.4% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 346 | 4.2% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 124 | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 891 | 10.7% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (06878 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 50 | 1.9% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 8 | 0.3% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 32 | 1.2% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 13 | 0.5% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 118 | 4.5% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 132 | 5.0% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 82 | 3.1% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 255 | 9.7% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 109 | 4.2% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 1,824 | 69.5% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (06878 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 1,541 | 44.6% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 125 | 3.6% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 625 | 18.1% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 30 | 0.9% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 16 | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 1,054 | 30.5% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 38.9 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (06878 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 187 | 5.4% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 165 | 4.8% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 97 | 2.8% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 167 | 4.8% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 60 | 1.7% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 282 | 8.2% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 1,020 | 29.5% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 517 | 15.0% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 675 | 19.5% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 159 | 4.6% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 93 | 2.7% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 32 | 0.9% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (06878 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 3.4% | 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 (06878 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 8,142 | 98.1% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 7,510 | 90.4% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 1,498 | 18.0% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 161 | 1.9% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (06878 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 2,203 | 84.0% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 556 | 21.2% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 474 | 18.1% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 14 | 0.5% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 38 | 1.4% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 49 | 1.9% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (06878 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 2,349 | 85.4% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 159 | 5.8% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 78 | 2.8% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 33 | 1.2% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 46 | 1.7% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 25 | 0.9% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 49 | 1.8% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 10 | 0.4% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (06878 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 26 | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 239 | 8.7% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 374 | 13.6% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 113 | 4.1% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 115 | 4.2% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 227 | 8.3% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 399 | 14.5% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 551 | 20.0% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 254 | 9.2% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 451 | 16.4% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (06878 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 6 | 0.2% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 70 | 2.5% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 297 | 10.8% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 449 | 16.3% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 910 | 33.1% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 1,017 | 37.0% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (06878 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 2,098 | 80.0% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 18 | 0.7% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 265 | 10.1% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 212 | 8.1% | 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: | 30 | 1.1% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (06878 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 42 | 1.6% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 561 | 21.4% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 1,298 | 49.5% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 722 | 27.5% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (06878 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 12 | 0.5% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 0 | 0.0% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 19 | 0.9% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 0 | 0.0% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 23 | 1.0% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 28 | 1.3% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 349 | 15.8% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 1,776 | 80.5% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (06878 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $4,001 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $1,501 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,929 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 3.19 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 3.01 | 2.38 |
Households (06878 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 2,623 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 1,918 | 73.1% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 1,126 | 42.9% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 182 | 6.9% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 430 | 16.4% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 1,276 | 48.6% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 749 | 28.6% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 3.16 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.51 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (06878 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 3,047 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 907 | 29.8% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 1,959 | 64.3% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 37 | 1.2% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 128 | 4.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 920 | 30.2% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (06878 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 2,926 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 238 | 8.1% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 165 | 5.6% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 1,270 | 43.4% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 786 | 26.9% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 467 | 16.0% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (06878 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 5,605 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 116 | 2.1% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 8,303 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 374 | 4.5% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 59 | 15.8% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 88 | 23.5% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 227 | 60.7% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (06878 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 7,143 | 86.0% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 1,113 | 13.4% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 429 | 38.5% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 550 | 49.4% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 534 | 48.0% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 134 | 12.0% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (06878 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 5,854 | 70.5% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 244 | 2.9% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 2,449 | 1003.7% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 2,449 | 1003.7% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 2,449 | 1003.7% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 527 | 216.0% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 65 | 26.6% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 20 | 8.2% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 881 | 361.1% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 154 | 63.1% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (06878 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 7,830 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 4,996 | 63.8% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 2,834 | 36.2% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 1,308 | 16.7% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 796 | 10.2% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 664 | 8.5% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 66 | 0.8% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (06878 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 2,623 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 2,583 | 98.5% | 89.4% |
Riverside, CT06878