Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region's 2026 population is estimated at 179,272, reflecting a 0.49% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region is the 7th largest county in Connecticut. The 2010 population was 0 and has grown since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 45.9 years
Female: 47.5 years
Male: 44 years
There are 146,455 adults, (39,070 of whom are seniors) in Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region.
Female: 89,085 (50.7%)
Male: 86,737 (49.3%)
The racial composition of Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region includes 80.81% White, 4.87% Black or African American, 3.44% Asian, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 142,079 | 80.81% |
| Two or more races | 15,479 | 8.8% |
| Black or African American | 8,560 | 4.87% |
| Asian | 6,057 | 3.44% |
| Other race | 3,032 | 1.72% |
| Native American | 351 | 0.2% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 264 | 0.15% |
Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region 's average per capita income is $67,686. Household income levels show a median of $104,428. The poverty rate stands at 6.8%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $151,392 | $185,181 |
| Families | $136,577 | $169,998 |
| Households | $104,428 | $138,522 |
| Non Families | $61,776 | $81,088 |
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