Outdoor swimming pool with lap lanes and a solar-panelled pool building.

New Canaan

41.1468° N, 73.4948° W

Property Listings

Aerial view of a white estate surrounded by mature trees, with a winding driveway and formal hedged garden.
For Sale
MLS® 24103956

$25,500,000

104 Dans Highway, New Canaan, CT 06840
9 Beds 12 Baths 14,266 Sq.Ft.
78 92 Pastures Lane
For Sale
MLS® 24213848

$9,250,000

78 & 92 Pastures Lane, New Canaan, CT 06840
7 Beds 7 Baths 9,573 Sq.Ft.
259 Frogtown Road
For Sale
MLS® 24214442

$8,740,000

259 Frogtown Road, New Canaan, CT 06840
7 Beds 9.5 Baths 14,216 Sq.Ft.
190 Brookwood Lane
For Sale
MLS® 24184237

$8,250,000

190 Brookwood Lane, New Canaan, CT 06840
6 Beds 7 Baths 10,495 Sq.Ft.
Large estate amid woodland, with a curved driveway, broad lawn, and waterway nearby.
For Sale
MLS® 24124919

$6,595,000

62 Summersweet Lane, New Canaan, CT 06840
6 Beds 8 Baths 16,126 Sq.Ft.
Coming Soon
MLS® 24191769

$6,495,000

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6 Beds 7.5 Baths 11,607 Sq.Ft.
Modern glass-and-wood home surrounded by trees, with a curved pool and landscaped pond in front.
For Sale
MLS® 24209323

$6,200,000

631 West Road, New Canaan, CT 06840
6 Beds 4.5 Baths 5,657 Sq.Ft.
Modern kitchen with a marble island, glossy white cabinetry, brass fixtures, and a dining area by the window.
Pending
MLS® 24143624

$6,095,000

15 Burtis Avenue Unit: Townhome B, New Canaan, CT 06840
3 Beds 3.5 Baths 3,261 Sq.Ft.
48 Driftway Lane
For Sale
MLS® 24217097

$5,999,500

48 Driftway Lane, New Canaan, CT 06840
5 Beds 6 Baths 10,655 Sq.Ft.
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Overview for New Canaan, CT

20,704 people live in New Canaan, where the median age is 42.5 and the average individual income is $137,460. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

20,704

Total Population

42.5 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$137,460

Average individual Income

Around New Canaan, CT

There's plenty to do around New Canaan, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

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Car-Dependent
Walking Score
19
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Green & Tonic, Gelatissimo Artisan Gelato, and Ching's Table.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Green & Tonic Logo
Dining · $$$ 0.82 miles 31 reviews 3.5/5 stars
Gelatissimo Artisan Gelato Logo
Dining · $$ 0.83 miles 88 reviews 4.6/5 stars
Ching's Table Logo
Dining · $$ 0.83 miles 148 reviews 3.4/5 stars
Farmer's Table Logo
Dining · $$ 0.85 miles 117 reviews 4.3/5 stars
Cava Wine Bar & Wood Grille Logo
Dining · $$ 0.86 miles 91 reviews 3.7/5 stars
New Canaan Chicken Logo
Dining · $ 0.88 miles 40 reviews 3.9/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for New Canaan, CT

Population Households Employment

New Canaan has 7,021 households, with an average household size of 2.94. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in New Canaan do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 20,704 people call New Canaan home. The population density is 933 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

20,704

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

42.5 years

Median Age

47 / 53%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

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10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
7,021

Total Households

2.94

Average Household Size

$137,460

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Marital Status

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Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

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30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in New Canaan, CT

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The following schools are within or nearby New Canaan. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Neighborhood Gallery

Soccer goal on a wide grassy field bordered by trees with autumn foliage.
Red-brick institutional building with stone trim and a broad green lawn.
Open wooden gate at Waveny’s walled garden, framed by brick pillars and autumn foliage.
Red-brick terrace with stone balustrades and mature trees beside a brick building.
New Canaan Town Hall behind a lawn, with a curved sculpture and suspended reflective spheres in front.
New Canaan Library beside a blue ring sculpture and colorful outdoor displays in autumn.
New Canaan downtown storefronts with blue awnings and a vintage street clock.
Earth Garden storefront with a brown awning, large windows, and benches outside.
The brick Playhouse theater in New Canaan, topped by a white cupola.
Elm Street Books storefront with an American flag and red patio umbrellas.
The Toy Chest storefront with toy-filled display windows and benches outside.
New Canaan Fire Company No. 1 brick fire station with four fire trucks in open garage bays.
Baseball field with artificial turf, a covered dugout, and a playground beside the trees.
Gravel path through a leafy park bordered by tall trees and autumn-colored shrubs.
Irwin Park and Gores Pavilion entrance sign beside a stone wall and tree-lined grounds.
Roger Sherman Inn sign beside an autumn-lined sidewalk and crosswalk in New Canaan.
Garden path bordered by autumn flowers and abstract decorative panels
Equestrian facility with a large riding arena and stable buildings amid autumn woodland.
Aerial view of New Canaan golf course with sweeping fairways, sand bunkers, and autumn trees.
Outdoor swimming pool with lap lanes and a solar-panelled pool building.

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