ZIP Code 06226
Post Office City: | Willimantic, CT (View All Cities) |
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County: | Windham County |
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Timezone: | Eastern (12:44pm) |
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Area code: | 860 (Area Code Map) |
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Coordinates: | 41.70, -72.21 ZIP (~3 mile radius) |
Cities in ZIP code 06226
The list below includes the cities that the US Post Office accepts for ZIP code 06226.
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- Primary/preferred city:
- Willimantic, CT
- Unacceptable:
- Chestnut Hill, Conantville, Perkins Corner
Stats and Demographics for the 06226 ZIP Code
ZIP code 06226 is located in northeast Connecticut and covers a slightly less than average land area compared to other ZIP codes in the United States. It also has a slightly higher than average population density.
The people living in ZIP code 06226 are primarily white. The number of young adults is extremely large while the number of people in their late 20s to early 40s is extremely large. There are also an extremely small number of families and an extremely large number of single parents. The percentage of children under 18 living in the 06226 ZIP code is slightly less than average compared to other areas of the country.
Population |
20,114 |
|
Population Density |
2,782 |
people per sq mi |
Housing Units |
7,340 |
|
Median Home Value |
$168,300 |
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Land Area |
7.23 |
sq mi |
Water Area |
0.11 |
sq mi |
Occupied Housing Units |
6,782 |
|
Median Household Income |
$33,723 |
|
Estimated Population over Time
Total Population by Age
Median Age: | 27 | | Male Median Age: | 26 | | Female Median Age: | 27 | |
Male | 706 | 630 | 572 | 1,281 | 1,588 | 771 | 673 | 558 | 518 | 538 | 558 | 405 | 348 | 245 | 152 | 122 | 91 | 94 |
Female | 669 | 604 | 575 | 1,354 | 1,569 | 781 | 616 | 564 | 539 | 566 | 530 | 453 | 415 | 269 | 183 | 172 | 187 | 218 |
Total | 1,375 | 1,234 | 1,147 | 2,635 | 3,157 | 1,552 | 1,289 | 1,122 | 1,057 | 1,104 | 1,088 | 858 | 763 | 514 | 335 | 294 | 278 | 312 |
Under 5 | 706 | 669 | 1,375 |
5-9 | 630 | 604 | 1,234 |
10-14 | 572 | 575 | 1,147 |
15-19 | 1,281 | 1,354 | 2,635 |
20-24 | 1,588 | 1,569 | 3,157 |
25-29 | 771 | 781 | 1,552 |
30-34 | 673 | 616 | 1,289 |
35-39 | 558 | 564 | 1,122 |
40-44 | 518 | 539 | 1,057 |
45-49 | 538 | 566 | 1,104 |
50-54 | 558 | 530 | 1,088 |
55-59 | 405 | 453 | 858 |
60-64 | 348 | 415 | 763 |
65-69 | 245 | 269 | 514 |
70-74 | 152 | 183 | 335 |
75-79 | 122 | 172 | 294 |
80-84 | 91 | 187 | 278 |
85 Plus | 94 | 218 | 312 |
Male |
9,850 |
49% |
Female |
10,264 |
51% |
Gender
White |
13,205 |
65.7% |
Black Or African American |
1,484 |
7.4% |
American Indian Or Alaskan Native |
128 |
0.6% |
Asian |
445 |
2.2% |
Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander |
17 |
0.1% |
Other Race |
4,064 |
20.2% |
Two Or More Races |
771 |
3.8% |
Race
Head of Household by Age
Owner | 40 | 289 | 390 | 567 | 537 | 295 | 220 | 111 |
Renter | 716 | 1,061 | 781 | 726 | 444 | 299 | 186 | 120 |
Total | 756 | 1,350 | 1,171 | 1,293 | 981 | 594 | 406 | 231 |
15-24 | 40 | 716 | 756 |
25-34 | 289 | 1,061 | 1,350 |
35-44 | 390 | 781 | 1,171 |
45-54 | 567 | 726 | 1,293 |
55-64 | 537 | 444 | 981 |
65-74 | 295 | 299 | 594 |
75-84 | 220 | 186 | 406 |
85 Plus | 111 | 120 | 231 |
Husband Wife Family Households |
2,073 |
31% |
Single Guardian |
1,864 |
27% |
Singles |
2,068 |
30% |
Singles With Roommate |
777 |
11% |
Families vs Singles
Average Household Size: 3 |
Households without Kids |
4,400 |
65% |
Households with Kids |
2,382 |
35% |
Households with Kids
Children by Age
Male | 141 | 153 | 131 | 154 | 133 | 128 | 111 | 135 | 123 | 125 | 113 | 111 | 105 | 118 | 126 | 148 | 127 | 330 | 550 | 468 |
Female | 144 | 134 | 125 | 123 | 126 | 120 | 115 | 131 | 112 | 117 | 114 | 121 | 98 | 125 | 108 | 129 | 139 | 445 | 533 | 448 |
Total | 285 | 287 | 256 | 277 | 259 | 248 | 226 | 266 | 235 | 242 | 227 | 232 | 203 | 243 | 234 | 277 | 266 | 775 | 1,083 | 916 |
1 | 141 | 144 | 285 |
2 | 153 | 134 | 287 |
3 | 131 | 125 | 256 |
4 | 154 | 123 | 277 |
5 | 133 | 126 | 259 |
6 | 128 | 120 | 248 |
7 | 111 | 115 | 226 |
8 | 135 | 131 | 266 |
9 | 123 | 112 | 235 |
10 | 125 | 117 | 242 |
11 | 113 | 114 | 227 |
12 | 111 | 121 | 232 |
13 | 105 | 98 | 203 |
14 | 118 | 125 | 243 |
15 | 126 | 108 | 234 |
16 | 148 | 129 | 277 |
17 | 127 | 139 | 266 |
18 | 330 | 445 | 775 |
19 | 550 | 533 | 1,083 |
20 | 468 | 448 | 916 |
Real Estate and Housing
ZIP code 06226 has a small percentage of vacancies. The Census also indicates that there are one or more correctional facilities, nursing homes and universities nearby.
The majority of household are rented. Homes in ZIP code 06226 were primarily built in 1939 or earlier. Looking at 06226 real estate data, the median home value of $168,300 is slightly higher than average compared to the rest of the country. It is also low compared to nearby ZIP codes. 06226 could be an area to look for cheap housing compared to surrounding areas. Rentals in 06226 are most commonly 2 bedrooms. The rent for 2 bedrooms is normally $750-$999/month including utilities. 1 bedrooms are also common and rent for $500-$749/month. Prices for rental property include ZIP code 06226 apartments, townhouses, and homes that are primary residences.
In Occupied Housing Units |
17,319 |
86.1% |
Correctional Facility For Adults |
25 |
0.1% |
Juvenile Facilities |
13 |
0.1% |
Nursing Facilities |
110 |
0.5% |
Other Institutional |
1 |
0.0% |
College Student Housing |
2,482 |
12.3% |
Military Quarters |
0 |
0.0% |
Other Noninstitutional |
164 |
0.8% |
Housing Type
Owned Households With A Mortgage |
1,775 |
24% |
Owned Households Free & Clear |
674 |
9% |
Renter Occupied Households |
4,333 |
59% |
Households Vacant |
558 |
8% |
Housing Occupancy
For Rent |
295 |
53% |
Rented & Unoccupied |
8 |
1% |
For Sale Only |
47 |
8% |
Sold & Unoccupied |
5 |
1% |
For Season Recreational Or Occasional Use |
31 |
6% |
For Migrant Workers |
0 |
0% |
Vacant For Other Reasons |
172 |
31% |
Vacancy Reasons
Owner Occupied Home Values
Rental Properties by Number of Rooms
Studio Apartment |
203 |
5% |
1 Bedroom |
1,310 |
30% |
2 Bedroom |
1,741 |
40% |
3+ Bedroom |
1,066 |
25% |
Rental Properties by Number of Rooms
Cost of Monthly Rent Including Utilities
Cost of a Studio Apartment
Employment, Income, Earnings, and Work
The median household income of $33,723 is low compared to the rest of the country. It is also extremely low compared to nearby ZIP codes. While money isn't everything, residents in ZIP code 06226 earn less than in other parts of town.
As with most parts of the country, vehicles are the most common form of transportation to places of employment. If you are a person that likes walking or biking to work, it will be a comfort for you to know that 06226 has a well above average number of people who do not use a vehicle to commute. In most parts of the country, the majority of commuters get to work in under half an hour. A slightly higher than average number of commuters in 06226 can expect to fall in that range. It is very uncommon, compared to the rest of the US, for employees to have to travel more than 45 minutes to their place of employment.
For more information, see Willimantic, CT household income.
Worked Full-time with Earnings |
4,381 |
27% |
Worked Part-time with Earnings |
6,734 |
42% |
No Earnings |
5,050 |
31% |
Employment Status
Average Household Income over Time
Annual Individual Earnings
Sources of Household Income
Percent of Households Receiving Income
Average Income per Household by Income Source
* Only taxable income is reported.
Household Investment Income
Percent of Households Receiving Investment Income
Average Income per Household by Income Source
* Only taxable income is reported.
Household Retirement Income
Percent of Households Receiving Retirement Income
Average Income per Household by Income Source
* Only taxable income is reported.
Worked Full-time with Earnings |
4,381 |
27% |
Worked Part-time with Earnings |
6,734 |
42% |
No Earnings |
5,050 |
31% |
Source of Earnings
Means Of Transportation To Work for Workers 16 and Over
Car, truck, or van |
6,837 |
80.0% |
Public transportation |
258 |
3.0% |
Taxicab |
31 |
0.4% |
Motorcycle |
18 |
0.2% |
Bicycle, Walked, or Other Means |
973 |
11.4% |
Worked at Home |
433 |
5.1% |
Means Of Transportation To Work for Workers 16 and Over
Travel Time to Work (In Minutes)
Schools and Education
The percentage of people that did not graduate high school is among the highest in the nation. Despite the lower high school graduation rates, compared to other ZIPs, a much higher percentage of the population has received a college degree.
Educational Attainment For The Population 25 Years And Over
Less than High School Diploma |
2,697 |
26% |
High School Graduate |
5,346 |
52% |
Associate's degree |
433 |
4% |
Bachelor's degree |
930 |
9% |
Master's degree |
610 |
6% |
Professional school degree |
150 |
1% |
Doctorate degree |
142 |
1% |
Educational Attainment For The Population 25 Years And Over
School Enrollment (Ages 3 to 17)
Enrolled in Public School |
2,851 |
84.8% |
Enrolled in Private School |
101 |
3.0% |
Not Enrolled in School |
412 |
12.2% |
School Enrollment (Ages 3 to 17)
Schools in ZIP Code 06226
ZIP Code 06226 is in the following school districts: Windham School District, Connecticut Technical High Sc School District, Path Academy District, Eastern Connecticut Regional School District, and Private. There are 12 different elementary schools and high schools with mailing addresses in ZIP code 06226.
Early Headstart
355 High Street
Willimantic, CT 06226
Grade Level: Primary/Elementary
District: Windham School District
Windham Middle School
123 Quarry St.
Willimantic, CT 06226
Grade Level: Middle/Elementary
District: Windham School District
Natchaug School
123 Jackson St.
Willimantic, CT 06226
Grade Level: Primary/Elementary
District: Windham School District
W. B. Sweeney School
60 Oak Hill Dr.
Willimantic, CT 06226
Grade Level: Primary/Elementary
District: Windham School District
Windham Technical High School
210 Birch St.
Willimantic, CT 06226
Grade Level: High/Secondary
District: Connecticut Technical High Sc School District
Path Academy
832-842 Main Street
Willimantic, CT 06226
Grade Level: High/Secondary
District: Path Academy District
Windham High School
355 High St.
Willimantic, CT 06226
Grade Level: High/Secondary
District: Windham School District
Windham Cdt
345 Jackson St
Willimantic, CT 06226
Grade Level: High/Secondary
District: Private
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