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Naugatuck, CT

Naugatuck is a consolidated borough and town in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States. The town, part of the Naugatuck Valley Planning Region, had a population of 31,519 as of the 2020 Census.

The town spans both sides of the Naugatuck River just south of Waterbury and includes the communities of Union City on the east side of the river, Straitsville on the southeast (along Route 63), and Millville on the west (along Rubber Avenue).

The town of Naugatuck was occupied by settlers as early as 1702. Samuel Hickox (1669–1713) is credited with being Naugatuck's first settler. He established a fulling mill on Fulling Mill Brook in Naugatuck in 1709. The locality was called Judds Meadow until 1752 when it was renamed Salem Bridge.

In 1844, parts of Waterbury, Bethany, and Oxford were incorporated to form the town of Naugatuck. The industrial borough of Naugatuck was established in 1893 and became coextensive with the town in 1895. As the Industrial Revolution commenced, Naugatuck was transformed into a mill town like its neighbors in the Naugatuck River Valley.

Rubber was the chief manufactured product. Charles Goodyear worked at his brother's rubber company, the Goodyear Metallic Rubber Shoe Company & Downtown Naugatuck, until the company was consolidated into the United States Rubber Company. The United States Rubber Company (renamed Uniroyal Inc. in 1961) was founded in Naugatuck in 1892 as a consolidation of nine rubber companies and maintained their corporate headquarters there until the 1980s. Their footwear division manufactured Keds sneakers in Naugatuck from 1917 until the 1980s. U.S. Rubber also produced Naugahyde in a Naugatuck factory, but it is no longer produced there.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the borough has a total area of 16.5 square miles (42.6 km²), of which 16.4 square miles (42.4 km²) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km²), or 0.36%, is water.

Health and wellness are integral components of life in Naugatuck. The Naugatuck Valley Health District provides comprehensive public health services and wellness programs to the community.  Naugatuck State Forest is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, offering hiking trails and natural scenery for a rejuvenating experience. Planet Fitness and Anytime Fitness are popular choices for those looking to engage in regular physical activity with state-of-the-art gym facilities. CrossFit provides high-intensity training programs for all fitness levels. For yoga enthusiasts, Bend Yoga and Wellness provides various yoga classes and wellness workshops. The Naugatuck YMCA provides various fitness classes, swimming, and wellness programs.

The top sites in Naugatuck, CT are the Whittemore Glen State Park Scenic Reserve, Hop Brook Golf Course, Hop Brook Lake.

Population: 31,705 (2022). ZIP Codes: 06770. Area codes: 203, 475. Elevation: 207 ft (63 m). Area: 16.39 sq mi (42.46 km²).

FAQs

What is Naugatuck, CT famous for?

It was known primarily for its rubber production and manufacturing of naugahyde, a synthetic leather material. Today, Naugatuck is largely a bedroom community and is known for its impressive town common that features eleven commissions designed by the renowned architectural firm of McKim, Mead, and White. Despite its transformation into a bedroom community, Naugatuck retains elements of its industrial past, contributing to its unique character and heritage. Today, residents enjoy a blend of historical charm and modern amenities, making Naugatuck a distinctive place to call home.

What are the demographics of Naugatuck, CT?

Naugatuck is a city located in Connecticut. Naugatuck has a 2024 population of 31,874. Naugatuck is currently growing at a rate of 0.27% annually and its population has increased by 1.07% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 31,536 in 2020. According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Naugatuck was White: 67.8%, Black or African American: 12.74%, Two or more races: 10.27%, Other race: 4.6%, Asian: 4.59%, Native American: 0%, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%.

Is Naugatuck CT a good place to live?

Naugatuck is in New Haven County. Living in Naugatuck offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many families and young professionals live in Naugatuck and residents tend to be liberal. The public schools in Naugatuck are above average.

Sources

Wikipedia - Naugatuck, Connecticut

Town of Naugatuck

World Population Review

CT History

Niche

Whittemore Glen State Park Scenic Reserve

Hop Brook Golf Course

Hop Brook Lake

Naugatuck Valley Health District

Naugatuck State Forest

Planet Fitness

Anytime Fitness

CrossFit 

Bend Yoga and Wellness

Naugatuck YMCA

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