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New Milford, CT

New Milford is a town in Litchfield County, Connecticut, United States. The town, part of Greater Danbury, as well as the New York Metropolitan Area, has a population of 28,115 as of the 2020 census. New Milford lies 14 miles (23 km) north of Danbury on the banks of the Housatonic River and shares its border with the northeastern shore of Candlewood Lake. It is the largest town in the state of Connecticut in terms of land area at nearly 63.7 mi² (164.9822 km²). The town center is listed as a census-designated place (CDP).

New Milford is located roughly 50 miles (80 km) west of Hartford, 63 miles (101 km) northeast of New York City proper, and 80 miles from Midtown Manhattan.

New Milford consists of a number of town sub-divisions (i.e. boroughs, districts, communities, or neighborhoods), including Gaylordsville, Merryall, and Northville. The town's infrastructure largely branches off of either side of the highway routes U.S. 7 and U.S. 202, which intersect and split within the town and together form its main thoroughfare.

The area constituting contemporary New Milford was originally inhabited by the indigenous Wawyachtonoc people, while the town of New Milford itself was formally established by English colonists in the early 18th century.

New Milford is located on the northeastern shore of Candlewood Lake. The East Aspetuck River, Still River, and Housatonic River flow through the town. Downtown New Milford is home to a large town green, commonly cited as the longest town green in the state of Connecticut.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 63.7 square miles (165.1 km²), making it the largest town in Connecticut. Behind New Milford is Greenwich with 47.62 square miles. 61.6 square miles (159.5 km²) of New Milford is land, and 2.2 square miles (5.6 km²) of New Milford (3.40%) is water. The CDP corresponding to the town center has a total area of 3.4 square miles (8.8 km²), of which 3.4 square miles (8.8 km²) is land and 0.04 square miles (0.10 km²) (0.88%) is water.

Health and wellness are integral to the lifestyle of New Milford residents. New Milford Hospital, offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Lynn Deming Park and Harrybrooke Park provide spaces for recreational activities, and the scenic landscape encourages an active and well-balanced way of life. Planet Fitness offers comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. For yoga enthusiasts, Ah Yoga provides a serene environment with classes focused on relaxation and strength. Carlson Procare specializes in rehabilitation and injury prevention through personalized physical therapy sessions. Soulshine Salt Cavern provides salt therapy sessions aimed at respiratory health and relaxation.

Top Sites in New Milford, CT are Harrybrooke Park, Lovers Leap State Park, and Village Center for the Arts.

Population: 7,632 (2023). ZIP codes: 06755, 06776. Area codes: 860, 959. Elevation: 236 ft (72 m). Area: 63.7 sq mi (165.0 km²).

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What is the New Milford, CT famous for?

New Milford is an authentic blend of nature, local farms, and country living. Explore the beauty of our local parks and Lover’s Leap State Park and its iconic bridge.  Enjoy the shops and restaurants in our historic New England village or take a stroll on the picturesque town green, one of the longest in the state. Go kayaking or rowing on the Housatonic River or boating and swimming in Candlewood Lake, the largest in Connecticut. Stay at our quaint inns, B&Bs, and hotels. 

Is New Milford, CT a city or town?

New Milford is a town in Litchfield County, Connecticut, United States. The town, part of Greater Danbury, as well as the New York Metropolitan Area, has a population of 28,115 as of the 2020 census. New Milford lies 14 miles (23 km) north of Danbury on the banks of the Housatonic River and shares its border with the northeastern shore of Candlewood Lake. It is the largest town in the state of Connecticut in terms of land area at nearly 63.7 mi² (164.9822 km²). The town center is listed as a census-designated place (CDP).

What are the demographics of New Milford, CT?

New Milford is a city located in Connecticut. New Milford has a 2024 population of 7,263. New Milford is currently growing at a rate of 1.17% annually and its population has increased by 7.62% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 6,749 in 2020. According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of New Milford was White: 83.75%, Two or more races: 5.96%, Asian: 3.92%, Black or African American: 3.64%, Other race: 2.64%, Native American: 0.1%, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%.

Sources

Wikipedia

Town of New Milford

World Population Review

Harrybrooke Park

Lovers Leap State Park

Village Center for the Arts

New Milford Hospital

Lynn Deming Park

Harrybrooke Park

Planet Fitness

Ah Yoga

Carlson Procare

Soulshine Salt Cavern

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