ZIP Code 06070 in Simsbury, CT

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Simsbury, Connecticut
Names to Avoid:
Simbury
Planning Region:Capitol Planning Region
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:8:46:54 PM
Population:15,658 [See All]
Area Codes:860 / 959
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:41.8684, -72.8172
Land Area:22.8 sq mi
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In the United States, a county equivalent is a political or administrative subdivision of a state. It has a specific geographic area and some level of governmental authority. The term "county" is used in 47 states. Alaska, Louisiana, and Connecticut have functionally equivalent subdivisions called Boroughs, Parishes, and Planning Regions, respectively. They functionally act like counties by subdividing the state. Read More about Connecticut Planning Regions: Connecticut changes from Counties to Planning Regions, including a ZIP Code to Historical County Crosswalk file.
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 06070 has 15,658 residents and 6,023 households (average 2.56 persons per household). The median age is 44.5 years, older than the state (41.1) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.1% male and 51.9% female, which is slightly lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (84.6%, much higher than the state average of 66.4% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Asian (5.1%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 5.1%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

Explore More: Population Over Time By Age & Gender By Race By Gender Nativity & Citizenship

Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:15,658Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:15,353Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:16,087Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:686.8 people per sq mile
Average Income:$159,797Source: Census ACS
Households:6,023Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$414,400Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.56Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.60Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--15,02315,11615,04314,75514,78214,99615,38215,68915,73415,27715,33315,02315,353
Decennial Census15,104------------------15,658------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 44.5

Male Median Age: 42.4

Female Median Age: 46.5

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male400478526616431312361431444514503615554430312254170175
Female427436533530367285371463479596652668592502372313233313
Total8279141,0591,1467985977328949231,1101,1551,2831,146932684567403488
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:13,24285.80%
Black:3572.31%
Hispanic:*8015.19%
Asian:8025.20%
American Indian:290.19%
Hawaiian:50.03%
Other:1971.28%
Total:15,433100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:7,52648.06%42.4 years
Females:8,13251.94%46.5 years
Total:15,658100%44.5 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:13,92890.72%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:2601.69%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:8945.82%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:2717.59%
Total Population:15,353100%
Total Native Population:14,18892.41%
Total Foreign-born Population:1,1657.59%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $159,797, which is much higher than the national median ($78,538), is up $40,142 (33.5%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $34,605. Family households earn a median of $187,122 versus $74,957 for nonfamily households (a difference of $112,165). By gender, male median income is $128,375 and female is $94,050, which is far above the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $34,325 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 65.4%, which is edges past the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 5.2%, which is narrowly below the state rate (5.6%). The largest occupation group is Management (66.5%).

Explore More: Income Over Time Household Income Employment Status By Occupation

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$119,655$119,871$119,188$112,153$113,347$110,995$118,538$120,335$125,192$126,868$132,622$144,375$159,797
Median Family Income$138,235$139,941$137,750$136,000$135,345$133,500$142,076$145,794$153,188$155,866$165,160$180,268$187,122
Median NonFamily Income$48,350$55,278$59,943$54,519$56,893$59,904$55,350$49,665$50,679$51,958$54,699$64,196$74,957
Median Male Income$97,873$101,962$103,600$103,157$100,766$100,558$104,365$105,755$109,167$113,531$113,125$122,986$128,375
Median Female Income$66,364$64,767$69,056$64,907$66,638$66,583$75,250$74,695$78,864$80,741$85,187$93,503$94,050
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:7,54762.02%
Unemployed:4113.38%
Not In Labor Force:4,21134.60%
Total:12,169100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:5,02066.52%
Service:4996.61%
Sales and Office:1,51120.02%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:2252.98%
Production, transportation, and material moving:2923.87%
Total Civilian Employed Population:7,547100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $414,400, which is markedly greater than the national median ($303,400), is up $73,600 (21.60%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $78,500. The median gross rent is $1,967, which is considerably higher than the national median ($1,348), is up $880 (80.96%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $539. Of occupied housing, owners make up 77.48% (65.97% with a mortgage, 34.03% free-and-clear) and renters 22.52% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 2.46%, which is far lower than the national rate (10.43%).

Explore More: Compare Home Value Home Value Over Time Rent & Over Time Housing Occupancy

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$340,800$341,400$337,600$333,600$327,500$330,100$330,000$331,800$335,900$338,700$348,500$393,800$414,400
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:866.64%
$500 to $999:644.94%
$1,000 to $1,499:16312.58%
$1,500 to $1,999:25719.83%
$2,000 to $2,499:28321.84%
$2,500 to $2,999:1189.10%
$3,000 or more:13510.42%
No Rent:19014.66%
Total:1,296100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$1,087$1,158$1,179$1,177$1,241$1,342$1,461$1,427$1,428$1,660$1,707$1,881$1,967
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):2,94151.11%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):1,51726.36%
Renter Occupied:1,29622.52%
Total Occupied Housing Units:5,754100%

Occupied Housing Units:5,75497.54%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1452.46%
Total Housing Units:5,899100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:4,82781.83%
Multi-Family Units:1,07218.17%
Other Units:00.00%
Total Housing Units:5,899100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 69.40% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far higher than the national rate (35.00%), well above both the state and national averages. High school or higher is 98.40%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 1.10%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 84.80%, which is well above the national rate (67.30%). Public coverage is 27.00%, which is generally lower than the state rate (37.20%). The share of people in poverty is 4.10%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.70%), up 2.60 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 2.10 percentage points. This points to rising hardship - a weaker consumer base, greater strain on public services, and job-market headwinds. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (41.50%). College enrollment is 15.25%, which is markedly below the state rate (29.40%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:1091.01%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:590.55%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):9759.04%
Some college, no degree:1,48713.79%
Associate's degree:6736.24%
Bachelor's degree:4,18338.78%
Graduate or professional degree:3,30130.60%
Total:10,787100%
High school or higher:10,61998.44%
Bachelor's degree or higher:7,48469.38%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:12,80375.11%
Public Insurance:4,07723.92%
No Insurance:1660.97%
Total:17,046100%
Has Health Insurance:16,88099.03%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty1.5%1.2%0.8%1.8%3.0%2.4%2.4%2.7%2.0%2.5%3.6%4.0%4.1%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

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.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:4089.62%
Kindergarten:2215.21%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):1,76141.50%
High school (grades 9-12):1,20628.42%
College or graduate school:64715.25%
Total:4,243100%
Early Childhood:62914.82%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):3,18875.14%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 06070 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 390 business establishments, employing about 5,333 people with an annual payroll of $346,079,000. USPS data shows 6,284 residential mailboxes and 367 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:6,284Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:367Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:6,955Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:5,110Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:239Source: USPS
# of Businesses:390Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$89,976,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$346,079,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:5,333Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 06070 is located in Capitol Planning Region, Connecticut, within the Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 25540) and Connecticut's 5th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 1,144,012 people, about 1.37% of whom live in ZIP Code 06070. It covers 22.8 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.237 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:Hartford, CT MSASource: Census
Land Area:22.8 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.237 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:05Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:1248.16 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:0969010Source: Census
Place Name:Simsbury Center CDP; ConnecticutSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


06071 | | 06069

Schools in ZIP Code 06070


ZIP Code 06070 is in the Simsbury School District, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 4 public schools and 1 private school(s) in this ZIP Code. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Central School 29 Massaco St.
Simsbury, CT 06070
District: Simsbury School District
Henry James Memorial School 155 Firetown Rd.
Simsbury, CT 06070
District: Simsbury School District
Simsbury High School 34 Farms Village Rd.
Simsbury, CT 06070
District: Simsbury School District
Squadron Line School 44 Squadron Line Rd.
Simsbury, CT 06070
District: Simsbury School District
St Mary's School 946 Hopmeadow St
Simsbury, CT 06070
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 06070


University Of Hartford 200 Bloomfield Ave
West Hartford, CT 06117-1599
Type: Post Secondary
University Of Saint Joseph 1678 Asylum Avenue
West Hartford, CT 06117
Type: Post Secondary
Hartford Seminary 77 Sherman Street
Hartford, CT 06105-2260
Type: Post Secondary
Rensselaer At Hartford 275 Windsor St
Hartford, CT 06120
Type: Post Secondary
Capital Community College 950 Main Street
Hartford, CT 06103
Type: Post Secondary
University Of Connecticut-Hartford Campus 10 Prospect Street
Hartford, CT 06103
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


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 October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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