Connecticut State Data
Connect with Your State Leaders in Connecticut
Meet the key players in Connecticut's state government, including the most prominent elected officials from the executive and legislative branches. These leaders oversee elections, enforce laws, manage state finances, and set the policy agenda for Connecticut.
Ned LamontGovernorDemocraticThe state's chief executive who implements laws and manages the executive branch.
Stephanie ThomasSecretary of StateDemocraticOversees statewide elections, business registrations, and key public records.
Matthew RitterSpeaker of the HouseDemocraticLeads the lower chamber and controls the flow of legislation and committee assignments.
Connecticut Congressional Delegation — 119th Congress
Connecticut sends 2 Senators and 5 Representatives to the 119th Congress (2025-2027). 3 seats are up for election in 2026.
Richard BlumenthalU.S. SenateDemocraticWon 2016 with 63.2%
Christopher S. MurphyU.S. SenateDemocratic
John LarsonU.S. House • Connecticut U.S. House Connecticut District 1DemocraticWon 2024 with 59.8%Up in 2026
Joe CourtneyU.S. House • Connecticut U.S. House Connecticut District 2DemocraticWon 2024 with 58.0%Up in 2026
Rosa L. DeLauroU.S. House • Connecticut U.S. House Connecticut District 3Democratic
Jim HimesU.S. House • Connecticut U.S. House Connecticut District 4Democratic
Jahana HayesU.S. House • Connecticut U.S. House Connecticut District 5DemocraticWon 2024 with 50.8%Up in 2026
2020 Census & ACS Snapshot
Key statewide indicators for Connecticut. Gauge bars show how this state compares to the national average.
Updated: 2026-04-06 · Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey
Population (2020)
3.6 million
Estimated total residents based on the 2020 Census.
Median Age
41.2 years
2.5 yr above national avg
Median Household Income
$93,760
$15,222 above national avg
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
41.9%
6.9% above national avg
HS diploma or higher: 91.3%
Poverty Rate
10.0%
2.4% below national avg
Uninsured: 5.3%
Broadband Access
91.1% of households
1.4% above national avg
What is the total population of Connecticut?
Connecticut has 3.6 million residents as of the 2020 Census. Explore district-level demographics or find your representatives.
What is the median age in Connecticut?
The median age in Connecticut is 41.2 years. Compare districts on the demographics page.
What is the median household income in Connecticut?
The median household income in Connecticut is $93,760. See how income varies by district on district demographics.
What share of adults in Connecticut have a high school or bachelor's degree?
In Connecticut, 91.3% of adults have a high school diploma or higher, and 41.9% have a bachelor's degree or higher.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Connecticut?
In Connecticut, the poverty rate is 10.0% and the uninsured rate is 5.3%.
How many households in Connecticut have broadband?
In Connecticut, broadband access is 91.1% of households. Share of households with a broadband subscription.
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Connecticut Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total population of Connecticut (2020)?
Connecticut has 3.6 million residents as of the 2020 Census.
What is the median age in Connecticut?
The median age in Connecticut is 41.2 years.
What is the median household income in Connecticut?
The median household income in Connecticut is $93,760.
What are the poverty and uninsured rates in Connecticut?
In Connecticut, the poverty rate is 10.0% and the uninsured rate is 5.3%.
How many households in Connecticut have broadband?
In Connecticut, broadband access is 91.1% of households.
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