Gaylordsville, CT · standard
ZIP Code 06755
Litchfield County, Connecticut - Census ACS demographics, housing tenure, and business patterns, benchmarked against every US ZIP.
- 1,133
- 97/sq mi Moderate-density area
- $185,119
- Median income Above-median income area
- $462,700
- Median home value Above-median home value
- 41.2%
- Bachelor's or higher Above-average bachelor's attainment
National ZIP placement
Gaylordsville pairs a top-decile household income with upper-quartile home values, in a rural, homeowner-dominated area.
- Top 1%
- household income, US ZIPs
- Top 15%
- home value, US ZIPs
- 97
- people per sq mi
- 83%
- owner-occupied homes
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023). Percentiles rank ZIP 06755 against every reporting US ZIP.
FHFA HPI release change
What changed in the latest House Price Index year
- FHFA House Price Index values in ZIP 06755 (Gaylordsville, CT) rose +2.0% from 2023 to 2024. The all-transactions index moved from 222.7 in 2023 to 227.1 in 2024 (2000 = 100).
ZIP code 06755 is a sparsely populated ZIP (a standard USPS delivery area) in Gaylordsville, Litchfield County, Connecticut, home to just 1,133 residents across 11.7 square miles, a density of 97 people per square mile, in the New York time zone.
ZIP 06755 skews affluent, with a median household income of $185,119 (64% above the average Connecticut ZIP), while per-capita income is $71,780. Unemployment is 10.6%, an important qualifier alongside the household-income figure. Median home value is $462,700 (7% above the average Connecticut ZIP); 83.3% of occupied homes are owner-occupied.
A solid share of residents have a four-year degree: 41.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, the median age is 50.4, and the average commute is -. The page also surfaces 10 ZIP codes within roughly 10 miles and 6 more in Litchfield County, so 06755 can be compared with both its immediate and county-level context.
Every figure on this page is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (including median rent) and the FHFA House Price Index, no estimates, no proprietary scoring. Verify with Census →
Top industries in ZIP 06755
Top 5 sectors by establishment count in Gaylordsville, CT
Which industries have the most business establishments in ZIP 06755.
- Construction
Construction
6 establishments
- Other services (except public administration)
Other services (except public administration)
5 establishments
- Manufacturing
Manufacturing
3 establishments
- Retail trade
Retail trade
3 establishments
- Accommodation and food services
Accommodation and food services
3 establishments
What this shows Establishment counts come from the Census ZIP Code Business Patterns program, which counts physical business locations rather than employees or revenue.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates + ZIP Code Business Patterns + FHFA HPI ACS demographics and median rent, ZBP business establishments, FHFA HPI for ZIP 06755, Gaylordsville, CT · 2023 Census ACS 5-Year Estimates use a rolling 60-month sample for stable small-geography estimates; ZBP updated annually; FHFA HPI updated quarterly/annually.
Quick Facts
1,133
Population
11.7
Area (sq mi)
97
People / sq mi
New York
Time Zone
standard
ZIP Type
Who lives in ZIP 06755?
50.4
Median Age
51.9%
Male
48.1%
Female
6.7%
Foreign-Born
Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity category from the Census Bureau and may overlap with other categories above.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)
How much do residents earn?
$185,119
Median Household Income
+64% vs state ZIP avg
$71,780
Per Capita Income
3.6%
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Unemployment Rate
How ZIP 06755 ranks among Connecticut ZIPs
Gaylordsville, CT household income vs. every Connecticut ZIP code
Median household income among 270 reporting Connecticut ZIPs (this ZIP's population is too small for a reliable national-corpus placement)
$185,119 Top 7% higher than 93% of 270 Connecticut ZIPs
Each bar is a $20K-wide band; taller bars hold more Connecticut ZIPs. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.
Source U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates · 2019–2023
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)
What is the education profile here?
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)
What does housing look like?
Housing stock: occupied vs vacant
488housing units
488
Total Housing Units
472
Occupied Units
16
Vacant Units
2.62
Avg Household Size
Occupancy Type
$462,700
Median Home Value
+7% vs state ZIP avg
1968
Median Year Built
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)
How have home values changed over time?
FHFA House Price Index, annual appreciation data based on repeat sales and appraisals
+2.0%
YoY Change (2024)
227
HPI Index (2000 = 100)
+127%
Total Change Since 2000
Home values in ZIP 06755 have increased 2.0% over the past year (2024). Since 2000, this ZIP has seen +127% cumulative appreciation.
| Year | Annual Change | HPI Index |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | +8.7% | 145 |
| 2021 | +12.5% | 164 |
| 2022 | +30.5% | 213 |
| 2023 | +4.3% | 223 |
| 2024 | +2.0% | 227 |
Source: Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index, All-Transactions, Five-Digit ZIP Codes (Developmental Index). Index base = 100 in year 2000. Data through 2024. ZIP codes with few transactions may show missing values.
What businesses operate in this ZIP?
Census Bureau data shows 22 business establishments in ZIP 06755, employing approximately 132 people with a combined annual payroll of $8,190,000.
22
Businesses
132
Employees
$8.2M
Annual Payroll
5
Industry Sectors
| Industry | Establishments | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| Construction | 6 | 27.3% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 5 | 22.7% |
| Manufacturing | 3 | 13.6% |
| Retail trade | 3 | 13.6% |
| Accommodation and food services | 3 | 13.6% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ZIP Code Business Patterns (ZBP), 2023. Employment figures may include noise for disclosure avoidance.
Nearby ZIP Codes
Want a side-by-side? Compare 06755 vs 06785 →
ZIP 06755 vs its nearest neighbors, by population
Resident population of this ZIP and the closest reporting ZIP codes within ~10 miles.
- 06776
New Milford (06776)
26,889 residents
- 12564 7,338
Pawling (12564)
7,338 residents
- 12522 5,172
Dover Plains (12522)
5,172 residents
- 12594 4,275
Wingdale (12594)
4,275 residents
- 06784 3,689
Sherman (06784)
3,689 residents
- 06757 2,258
Kent (06757)
2,258 residents
- 06777 1,733
New Preston Marble Dale (06777)
1,733 residents
- 06754 1,699
Cornwall Bridge (06754)
1,699 residents
- 12592 1,486
Wassaic (12592)
1,486 residents
What this shows Among its immediate neighbors, ZIP 06755 ranks #0 by population - useful context the national average alone can't give.
ZIP 06755 vs its nearest neighbors, by median income
Median household income of this ZIP and the closest reporting ZIP codes within ~10 miles.
- 06755
Gaylordsville (06755)
$185,119 median income
- 12594
Wingdale (12594)
$144,202 median income
- 06754
Cornwall Bridge (06754)
$121,591 median income
- 06785
South Kent (06785)
$118,688 median income
- 06784
Sherman (06784)
$116,750 median income
- 12564
Pawling (12564)
$111,324 median income
- 06776
New Milford (06776)
$104,112 median income
- 06757
Kent (06757)
$95,186 median income
- 06777
New Preston Marble Dale (06777)
$94,643 median income
What this shows By household income, ZIP 06755 ranks the highest of 9 neighboring ZIPs, local affluence varies block to block, not just metro to metro.
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06785 | South Kent, CT | 686 | 3.9 mi |
| 06784 | Sherman, CT | 3,689 | 5.0 mi |
| 12594 | Wingdale, NY | 4,275 | 3.8 mi |
| 06757 | Kent, CT | 2,258 | 6.4 mi |
| 06776 | New Milford, CT | 26,889 | 4.8 mi |
| 12564 | Pawling, NY | 7,338 | 7.4 mi |
| 06777 | New Preston Marble Dale, CT | 1,733 | 7.9 mi |
| 12522 | Dover Plains, NY | 5,172 | 7.7 mi |
| 12592 | Wassaic, NY | 1,486 | 10.4 mi |
| 06754 | Cornwall Bridge, CT | 1,699 | 10.5 mi |
Nationwide ZIPs with similar ACS profiles
Two Census-derived peer sets for ZIP 06755, both outside CT so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment (Nearby and same-county blocks stay local).
Similar population
Nearest cross-state ZIPs by resident population (1,133 here; floor ≥1,000).
Similar median household income
Nearest cross-state ZIPs by ACS median household income.
More ZIP Codes in Litchfield County
Related Areas
Frequently Asked Questions
What county is ZIP code 06755 in?
ZIP code 06755 (Gaylordsville) is located in Litchfield County, Connecticut. Litchfield County contains multiple ZIP codes, see the full list at /counties/litchfield-ct.
What is the population of ZIP code 06755?
ZIP code 06755 in Gaylordsville, CT has a population of 1,133 according to the Census Bureau ACS 2023 estimates.
What is the median household income in ZIP 06755?
The median household income in ZIP 06755 is $185,119, which is 143% above the national average of $76,288.
What is the average home value in ZIP 06755?
The median home value in ZIP 06755 is $462,700, which is 66% above the national average of $278,155.
What is the demographic makeup of ZIP 06755?
The largest racial group in ZIP 06755 is White at 78.9%. Hispanic or Latino residents make up 11.4% of the population.
How many businesses are in ZIP code 06755?
ZIP code 06755 has 22 business establishments employing approximately 132 people, according to Census Bureau ZIP Code Business Patterns (ZBP) 2023 data.
What are the main industries in ZIP code 06755?
The top industries by establishment count in ZIP 06755 are: Construction (6), Other services (except public administration) (5), Manufacturing (3). There are 5 industry sectors represented in total.
How have home values changed in ZIP code 06755?
According to the FHFA House Price Index, home values in ZIP 06755 increased by 2.0% in 2024. Since 2000, home values in this ZIP have appreciated by approximately 127%. This is a developmental index based on repeat sales and appraisal data from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
What is the education level in ZIP code 06755?
In ZIP code 06755, 63.3% of residents aged 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 41.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher. These figures come from the Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023).
What percentage of residents own vs. rent in ZIP 06755?
In ZIP code 06755, approximately 83.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied and 16.7% are renter-occupied, based on Census ACS 2023 data.
What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 06755?
The poverty rate in ZIP code 06755 is 3.6% according to Census Bureau ACS 2023 estimates. This measures the percentage of the population living below the federal poverty threshold.
Related
Take this with you
What to do with ZIP 06755's numbers, next.
- See how ZIP 06755 compares to a neighboring ZIP code on the same Census fields Compare this ZIP
- Check where Gaylordsville, CT ranks among every U.S. ZIP code on income, education, or homeownership View national rankings
- Save this ZIP to your shortlist to track alongside others you're considering View your shortlist
ZIP Code Tabulation Areas (ZCTAs) are Census Bureau approximations of USPS ZIP codes; figures describe the ZCTA area, not any single address within it.