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New Fairfield is a town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States. The population was 13,579 at the 2020 census. New Fairfield is one of five towns that surround Candlewood Lake, the largest lake in Connecticut. The town is located 55 miles (89 km) northeast of New York City, making it part of the New York metropolitan area. The town is part of the Western Connecticut Planning Region.

In pre-colonial times, the indigenous people of New Fairfield were part of an alliance of tribes that extended from the source of the Housatonic to the sea. In 1724, colonial settlers from Fairfield, Connecticut, received approval from the General Assembly of the Colony of Connecticut to establish a new township. According to one account, they negotiated with Chief Squantz of the Schaghticoke tribe of Algonquian lineage. Alternatively, it is said that they did not negotiate with Chief Squantz because he moved to the north end of the Squantz Pond land area and refused to "sell" the township of New Fairfield. They returned in the Spring of 1725 but found that Chief Squantz had died during the winter. His four sons and heirs refused to sign the deeds. It was not until four years later that the white men called "The Proprietors" finally got the drawn marks of several other native people who may not have had the authority to sell the land. They "purchased" a 31,000-acre (13,000 ha) tract of land that is now New Fairfield and Sherman, for the equivalent of about 300 dollars, and on April 24, 1729, the deed was recorded on May 9, 1729, and is now deposited in the archives of the state capital in Hartford, Connecticut.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 25.1 square miles (65 km²), of which 20.5 square miles (53 km²) is land and 4.6 square miles (12 km²), or 18.32%, is water. New Fairfield borders Danbury to the south, Brookfield to the southeast, New Milford to the northeast, Sherman to the north, and Patterson, to New York to the west.

There are four lakes in New Fairfield: Candlewood Lake, Squantz Pond, Ball Pond, and Margerie Lake Reservoir. Candlewood Lake dominates the eastern side of the town and extends both north and south beyond the town borders. Once a summer resort destination, the lake shore within New Fairfield is now mostly populated with many year-round homes.

New Fairfield places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Primary Care and Pediatrics - New Fairfield offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Prime Time Fitness offers comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. The New Fairfield Parks and Recreation provides numerous recreational programs and facilities, including hiking trails and sports fields. For fitness enthusiasts, Snap Fitness offers a well-equipped gym with personal training options. Yoga lovers can visit New Fairfield Yoga, which offers classes for all skill levels. The Community Health and Wellness Center of Greater Torrington provides comprehensive health services, including wellness programs and preventive care. The Fieldhouse is a nearby sports complex with facilities for various sports.

The top Sites in New Fairfield, CT are Candlewood Lake, Squantz Pond State Park, and Great Hollow Nature Preserve & Ecological Research Center.

Population: 13,579 (2020). ZIP Codes: 06812. Area codes: 203, 475. Elevation: 755 ft (230 m). Area: 25.1 sq mi (65.0 km²).

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Is New Fairfield, CT a good place to live?

New Fairfield is in Fairfield County. Living in New Fairfield offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. Residents of New Fairfield tend to lean liberal. The public schools in New Fairfield are above average.

What are the demographics of New Fairfield, CT?

With 13,487 people, New Fairfield is the 80th most populated city in the state of Connecticut out of 169 cities. The largest New Fairfield racial/ethnic groups are White (79.6%) followed by Hispanic (10.8%) and Two or More (5.5%). In 2022, the median household income of New Fairfield households was $140,844. New Fairfield households made slightly more than Orange households ($138,514) and Goshen households ($138,299). However, 3.3% of New Fairfield families live in poverty.

What is New Fairfield, CT known for?

New Fairfield is known for its excellent schools, reasonable taxes, good recreational facilities, and great commuting routes to Westchester and lower Fairfield County. Located on the shore of Lake Candlewood, it is a place of uncommon natural beauty in all seasons. Located on the New York border, with the City of Danbury to the south, the Town of Sherman to the north, and Candlewood Lake to the east, New Fairfield is a community of approximately 14,000 residents, and 25.1 square miles. 

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Wikipedia

Town of New Fairfield

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CT Demographics

Candlewood Lake

Squantz Pond State Park

Great Hollow Nature Preserve & Ecological Research Center

Primary Care and Pediatrics - New Fairfield

Prime Time Fitness

New Fairfield Parks and Recreation

Snap Fitness

New Fairfield Yoga

Community Health and Wellness Center of Greater Torrington

The Fieldhouse

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