Most Dense in Connecticut

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Most Dense — Connecticut

1 Bridgeport 9,216/mi²

2 New Haven 7,110/mi²

3 Hartford 6,903/mi²

4 Byram 6,343/mi²

5 New Britain 5,470/mi²

6 West Haven 5,130/mi²

7 New London 4,848/mi²

8 New Canaan 4,537/mi²

9 Waterbury 4,004/mi²

10 Norwalk 3,992/mi²

11 Manchester 3,957/mi²

12 Riverside 3,808/mi²

13 Thompsonville 3,663/mi²

14 Rockville 3,618/mi²

15 Stamford 3,609/mi²

16 Old Greenwich 3,452/mi²

17 Cos Cob 3,420/mi²

18 Willimantic 3,279/mi²

19 Branford Center 3,278/mi²

20 Ansonia 3,148/mi²

21 Noroton 3,051/mi²

22 Groton 3,033/mi²

23 Greenwich 3,002/mi²

24 West Hartford 2,922/mi²

25 East Hartford 2,821/mi²

26 Long Hill CDP (Greater Bridgeport County) 2,653/mi²

27 Meriden 2,546/mi²

28 Wallingford Center 2,494/mi²

29 Derby 2,442/mi²

30 Newington 2,325/mi²

31 Oakville 2,320/mi²

32 Milford 2,316/mi²

33 Bristol 2,315/mi²

34 East Haven 2,254/mi²

35 Wethersfield 2,210/mi²

36 Danbury 2,048/mi²

37 Naugatuck 1,931/mi²

38 Bethel 1,884/mi²

39 New Milford 1,875/mi²

40 Terryville 1,852/mi²

41 Putnam 1,826/mi²

42 Storrs 1,812/mi²

43 Trumbull Center 1,778/mi²

44 Kensington 1,656/mi²

45 Conning Towers-Nautilus Park 1,652/mi²

46 Staples 1,606/mi²

47 Pawcatuck 1,606/mi²

48 Glastonbury Center 1,588/mi²

49 Southwood Acres 1,536/mi²

50 Sherwood Manor 1,533/mi²

51 Cheshire Village 1,512/mi²

52 Winsted 1,450/mi²

53 Norwich 1,425/mi²

54 Windsor Locks 1,392/mi²

55 Simsbury Center 1,387/mi²

56 Shelton 1,352/mi²

57 Daniels Farm 1,228/mi²

58 North Haven 1,162/mi²

59 Middletown 1,162/mi²

60 Hazardville 1,143/mi²

61 Ridgefield 1,135/mi²

62 Portland 995/mi²

63 Torrington 892/mi²

64 Orange 830/mi²

65 Northford 771/mi²

66 Sandy Hook 605/mi²

The most densely populated cities in Connecticut pack the most residents per square mile, creating vibrant urban environments with walkable neighborhoods and extensive public transit. Bridgeport leads with 9,216 people per square mile.

High population density is often associated with better access to public transportation, more walkable streets, and a wider variety of restaurants, shops, and entertainment options within close proximity. These cities tend to have lower car ownership rates and shorter commute distances.

Dense cities face unique challenges including higher housing costs, limited parking, and potential overcrowding in public spaces. However, they also tend to have lower per-capita carbon footprints due to shared infrastructure and reduced driving.

Did You Know?

1. Bridgeport has 9,216 people per square mile — that's roughly 14 people per acre.
2. Dense cities tend to have the most walkable neighborhoods and lowest car ownership rates in the country.
3. Urban density can reduce per-capita carbon emissions by up to 50% compared to suburban sprawl.

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