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Bloomfield, CT

Bloomfield is a suburb of Hartford in the Capitol Planning Region, Connecticut, United States. The town's population was 21,535 at the 2020 census. Bloomfield is best known as the headquarters of healthcare services company Cigna.

Originally the land of the Poquonock Native Americans, the area was first settled in 1660 as part of Windsor, organized as the Parish of Wintonbury in 1736. Wintonbury comes from three names from neighboring towns Windsor, Farmington, and Simsbury. It was finally incorporated as the town of Bloomfield by the Connecticut General Assembly on May 28, 1835. Initially, the town's local economy was agriculturally based, mostly in shade tobacco, remaining as such until it developed as a postwar suburb of Hartford starting in the 1950s. Today, Bloomfield's local character varies. While the town's southern and eastern fringes are more densely populated and developed, the northern and western sections maintain a more rural feel with meadows, woods, and some remaining farmland.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 26.3 square miles (68.0 km²), of which 26.1 square miles (67.6 km²) is land and 0.15 square miles (0.4 km²), or 0.63%, is water.

Bloomfield is bordered by Windsor to the northeast, East Granby to the north, Simsbury and Avon to the west, and West Hartford and Hartford to the south.

The northern border of Bloomfield is formed by the Farmington River. The west side of the town is flanked by Talcott Mountain, part of the Metacomet Ridge, a mountainous trap rock ridgeline that stretches from Long Island Sound to nearly the Vermont border. Notable features of the Metacomet Ridge in Bloomfield include Penwood State Park and the Tariffville Gorge of the Farmington River, on the borders of East Granby, Simsbury, and Bloomfield. The 51-mile (82 km) Metacomet Trail traverses the ridge.

Health and wellness are integral aspects of Bloomfield's community life. Saint Francis Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Planet Fitness offers comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. LA Fitness and Club Fitness provide comprehensive gym experience with fitness classes and personal training sessions. A Touch of Bliss Organic Spa offers holistic spa treatments and massages to promote relaxation and rejuvenation. Bloomfield Chiropractic Center provides chiropractic care and wellness services to improve spinal health and overall well-being. Milano Salon & Day Spa provides spa treatments for relaxation and self-care.

The top sites in Bloomfield, CT are Wintonbury Hills Golf Course, Penwood State Park, and Talcott Mountain State Park.

Population: 21,535 (2020). ZIP Codes: 06002. Area codes: 860, 959. Elevation: 125 ft (38 m). Area: 26.3 sq mi (68.0 km²).

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What are the demographics of Bloomfield, CT?

With 21,884 people, Bloomfield is the 52nd most populated city in the state of Connecticut out of 169 cities. The largest Bloomfield racial/ethnic groups are Black (54.8%) followed by White (30.3%) and Hispanic (8.6%). In 2022, the median household income of Bloomfield households was $90,061. Bloomfield households made slightly more than Canaan households ($89,318) and Lisbon households ($86,932). However, 4.2% of Bloomfield families live in poverty.

Is Bloomfield, CT a good place to live?

Bloomfield is in Hartford County. Living in Bloomfield offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many young professionals and retirees live in Bloomfield and residents tend to be liberal.

What county is Bloomfield, CT in?

Bloomfield is a suburb of Hartford in the Capitol Planning Region, Connecticut, United States. The town's population was 21,535 at the 2020 census. Bloomfield is best known as the headquarters of healthcare services company Cigna.

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Wikipedia

Town of Bloomfield
CT Demographics

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Wintonbury Hills Golf Course

Penwood State Park

Talcott Mountain State Park

Saint Francis Hospital 

Planet Fitness

LA Fitness

Club Fitness

A Touch of Bliss Organic Spa

Bloomfield Chiropractic Center

Milano Salon & Day Spa

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