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East Haven, CT

East Haven is a town in New Haven County, Connecticut, in the United States. As of the 2020 census, the town population was 27,923. The town is located 3 miles (5 km) east of New Haven and is part of the South Central Connecticut Planning Region. East Haven is 35 miles (56 km) from Hartford, 82 miles (132 km) from New York City, 99 miles (159 km) from Providence, Rhode Island, and 140 miles (230 km) from Boston.

The Connecticut Colony granted the town petition for Township in May 1707 and colonists changed the name from Iron Works Village to East Haven. Some outstanding land issues with New Haven and a minor feud with Governor Gurdon Saltonstall resulted in the rescinding of the township status; the area was made a parish of New Haven.

Once home to a large Italian population, New Haven and neighboring towns such as East Haven have been destinations for a new wave of immigrants since the late 20th century, the majority of whom in East Haven are Latinos from Ecuador. In the 2010 census, Hispanics and Latinos made up more than 10% of the town's population.

On August 9, 2013, a Rockwell International Turbo Commander 690B crashed on approach, hitting two houses in an East Haven residential neighborhood near the airport. The impact and the resulting fires destroyed both houses. The private plane had taken off from Teterboro Airport in New Jersey. The incident resulted in four deaths: the pilot of the plane; his passenger, the pilot's 17-year-old son; and two children in one of the houses. They were girls of 13 years and one year of age.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 13.4 sq mi (34.8 km²) of which 12.3 sq mi (31.8 km²) of it is land and 1.19 sq mi (3.08 km²) of it (8.57%) is water. East Haven also contains Stony Island, approximately 660 yards (600 m) from East Haven Town Beach in Long Island Sound.

The shape of East Haven on a map is taller than it is wide. It is bordered on the south by Long Island Sound, on the west by New Haven, on the north by North Haven, and the east by Branford, Lake Saltonstall, and North Branford. East Haven shares with New Haven the land belonging to the local Tweed New Haven Airport and Alling Memorial Golf Course.

The town places a significant emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Enjoy hiking trails, beach walks, and scenic views at Silver Sands State Park. Yale New Haven Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Elm City Wellness offers therapeutic massages and wellness treatments. Fresh Yoga provides a variety of yoga classes for all levels. Integrated Chiropractic & Wellness focuses on chiropractic care and holistic health services. Ultimate MMA & Jiu-Jitsu offers martial arts classes promoting physical fitness and discipline.

Top Sites in East Haven, CT are Shore Line Trolley Museum, Farm River State Park, and East Haven Town Beach.

Population: 27,533 (2023). ZIP code: 06473. Area codes: 203, 475. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Area: 13.4 sq mi (34.8 km²).

FAQs

What are the demographics of East Haven, CT?

East Haven, CT is home to a population of 27.9k people, of which 96.1% are citizens. As of 2022, 10.5% of East Haven, CT residents were born outside of the country (2.92k people). In 2022, there were 9.59 times more White (non-Hispanic) residents (20.7k people) in East Haven, CT than any other race or ethnicity. There were 2.16k Other (Hispanic) and 1.19k White (Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups

Is East Haven, CT expensive?

East Haven, Connecticut's cost of living is 14% higher than the national average. East Haven's housing expenses are 21% higher than the national average and the utility prices are 34% higher than the national average. Transportation expenses like bus fares and gas prices are 11% higher than the national average. East Haven has grocery prices that are 1% lower than the national average. Healthcare in East Haven is 12% higher than the national average.

Is East Haven, CT a city or town?

East Haven is a town in New Haven County, Connecticut, in the United States. As of the 2020 census, the town population was 27,923. The town is located 3 miles (5 km) east of New Haven and is part of the South Central Connecticut Planning Region. East Haven is 35 miles (56 km) from Hartford, 82 miles (132 km) from New York City, 99 miles (159 km) from Providence, Rhode Island, and 140 miles (230 km) from Boston.

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Town of East Haven 

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Shore Line Trolley Museum

Farm River State Park

East Haven Town Beach

Silver Sands State Park

Yale New Haven Hospital

Elm City Wellness

Fresh Yoga 

Integrated Chiropractic & Wellness 

Ultimate MMA & Jiu-Jitsu

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