| City: | Middletown, Connecticut |
| Names to Avoid: | Wesleyan |
| Planning Region: | Lower Ct River Vly Planning Region |
| Timezone: | Eastern (GMT -05:00) |
| Local Time: | 10:11:09 PM |
| Population: | 1,212 [See All] |
| Area Codes: | 860 / 959 |
| Classification: | Unique [Company/Government] |
| Coordinates: | 41.5565, -72.6557 |
| Land Area: | 0.333 sq mi |
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Wesleyan University operates under dedicated ZIP code 06459 in Middletown, Connecticut. Founded in 1831 by Methodist educator-clergyman Wilbur Fisk, Wesleyan was the first academic institution named after John Wesley, the founder of Methodism. Classes began with 48 students, one president, three professors, and one tutor, with tuition set at $36 per year.
Wesleyan became one of the first U.S. colleges to experiment with coeducation in 1872, though full coeducation did not begin until 1970. The university severed formal ties with Methodism in 1937. Today, Wesleyan is part of the "Little Three" along with Amherst and Williams colleges. Postal records identify 68 delivery codes serving campus facilities including Olin Library on Church Street, Alumni Records on High Street, and the Dean of Admissions.
The 2020 Census counted 1,212 residents in this 0.12-square-mile ZIP code, with a median age of 20.1 years. The demographic profile reflects student residential patterns: 94% of residents live in non-institutional group quarters (dormitories), and 14% identify as Asian. ACS data shows 70% of workers in the Educational and Healthcare sector.
Census Business Patterns reports 8 establishments with 2,897 employees. This ZIP has been active since before October 2004. Middletown is the valid mailing city.
| Population: | 1,212 |
| Median Age: | 20.1 |
| Housing Units: | 39 |
| Establishments: | 8 |
| Employment: | 2,897 |
Buildings registered in the USPS ZIP+4 database with designated codes for direct mail delivery.
ZIP Code 06459 has 1,212 residents and 7 households (average 9.57 persons per household). The median age is 20.1 years, significantly younger than the state (41.1) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 43.9% male and 56.1% female, which is lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (59.9%, lower than the state average of 66.4%) and Asian (14.4%, much higher than the state average of 4.8% and well above the national average of 6.0%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 11.2%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).
Explore More: Population Over Time By Age & Gender By Race By Gender Nativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 1,212Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 956Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 3,639.6 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $0Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 7Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $0Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 9.57Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 27.00Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,164 | 1,122 | 956 |
| Decennial Census | 0 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1,212 | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 20.1
Male Median Age: 20.3
Female Median Age: 20
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 3 | 1 | 7 | 224 | 280 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Female | 3 | 3 | 3 | 335 | 309 | 7 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Total | 6 | 4 | 10 | 559 | 589 | 12 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| White: | 726 | 60.65% |
| Black: | 123 | 10.28% |
| Hispanic:* | 136 | 11.36% |
| Asian: | 175 | 14.62% |
| American Indian: | 3 | 0.25% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 34 | 2.84% |
| Total: | 1,197 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 532 | 43.89% | 20.3 years |
| Females: | 680 | 56.11% | 20.0 years |
| Total: | 1,212 | 100% | 20.1 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 842 | 88.08% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 6 | 0.63% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 12 | 1.26% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 96 | 11.30% |
| Total Population: | 956 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 848 | 88.70% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 108 | 11.30% |
In 2023, the Median household income is $0, which is far less than the state median ($93,760), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $0). By gender, male median income is $30,893 and female is $0, which is well under the state female median ($66,106), with a current gap of $30,893 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 48.2%, which is considerably lower than the state rate (66.1%). The unemployment rate is 1.3%, which is considerably lower than the state rate (5.6%). The largest occupation group is Management (40.0%).
Explore More: Income Over Time Household Income Employment Status By Occupation
| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Family Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $25,543 | $0 | $30,893 |
| Median Female Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Employed: | 455 | 47.59% |
| Unemployed: | 6 | 0.63% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 495 | 51.78% |
| Total: | 956 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 182 | 40.00% |
| Service: | 147 | 32.31% |
| Sales and Office: | 107 | 23.52% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 17 | 3.74% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 2 | 0.44% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 455 | 100% |
In 2023, the median home value is $0, which is considerably lower than the state median ($343,200), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($1,431), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.
Explore More: Compare Home Value Home Value Over Time Rent & Over Time Housing Occupancy
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $500 to $999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0.00% |
| No Rent: | 7 | 100.00% |
| Total: | 7 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 0 | 0.00% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 0 | 0.00% |
| Renter Occupied: | 7 | 100.00% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 7 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 7 | 25.93% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 20 | 74.07% |
| Total Housing Units: | 27 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 27 | 100.00% |
| Other Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Housing Units: | 27 | 100% |
In 2023, 45.50% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 100.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 4.30%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 90.50%, which is well above the national rate (67.30%). Public coverage is 6.90%, which is markedly below the state rate (37.20%). Insufficient data for poverty. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (96.58%). College enrollment is 96.58%, which is far higher than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.
Explore More: Educational Attainment Health Insurance Poverty Over Time School Enrollment
| Less than 9th grade: | 0 | 0.00% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 12 | 54.55% |
| Some college, no degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Associate's degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 7 | 31.82% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 3 | 13.64% |
| Total: | 22 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 22 | 100.00% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 10 | 45.45% |
| Private Insurance: | 815 | 88.97% |
| Public Insurance: | 62 | 6.77% |
| No Insurance: | 39 | 4.26% |
| Total: | 916 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 877 | 95.74% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 32 | 3.42% |
| College or graduate school: | 903 | 96.58% |
| Total: | 935 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0.00% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 32 | 3.42% |
ZIP Code 06459 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 8 business establishments, employing about 3,062 people with an annual payroll of $125,994,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 4,957Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 8Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $28,718,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $125,994,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 3,062Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 06459 is located in Lower Ct River Vly Planning Region, Connecticut, within the Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 25540) and Connecticut's 1st and 3rd Congressional Districts. This Metro area has a population of 1,144,012 people, about 0.11% of whom live in ZIP Code 06459. It covers 0.333 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.002 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CTSource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 25540Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MetroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 1,144,012Source: Census |
| MSA: | New York-Northern New Jersey-Long Island, NY-NJ-CT-PASource: Census |
| Land Area: | 0.333 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 0.002 sq miSource: Census |
| Congressional District: | 01,03Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 675.45, 470.34 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | New Haven-Meriden, CT PMSASource: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 0947290Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Middletown city; ConnecticutSource: Census |
We could not locate which school district 06459 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.
Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on January 1, 2026.