Zip Code 06268
CT · Population: 12,961
About Zip Code 06268
Zip code 06268 is located in Connecticut and is home to approximately 12,961 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 49/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.
Crime rates here are below the national average, suggesting a relatively safe community.
Housing costs are a challenge in this area, with home values at $325,300 and median rent of $1,389/month against a median income of $48,733. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.
The community is highly educated — 62.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.
The unemployment rate of 12.1% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.
Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.
Demographics & Economics
Score Breakdown
| Dimension | Score | Grade | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | 75 | B+ | Lower crime = higher score |
| Affordability | 28 | F | Lower cost relative to income = higher |
| Quality of Life | 66 | B | Education, commute, ownership |
| Jobs & Economy | 27 | F | Lower unemployment = higher |
| Overall | 49 | C | Weighted average |
Methodology
All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).