South Central Connecticut Planning Region's 2026 population is estimated at 584,316, reflecting a 0.65% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). South Central Connecticut Planning Region is the 3rd largest county in Connecticut. The 2010 population was 0 and has grown since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.2 years
Female: 41.5 years
Male: 38.9 years
There are 458,975 adults, (106,066 of whom are seniors) in South Central Connecticut Planning Region.
Female: 294,796 (51.7%)
Male: 275,802 (48.3%)
The racial composition of South Central Connecticut Planning Region includes 61.58% White, 13.86% Black or African American, 9.02% other race, 4.57% Asian, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 351,364 | 61.58% |
| Black or African American | 79,061 | 13.86% |
| Two or more races | 60,752 | 10.65% |
| Other race | 51,448 | 9.02% |
| Asian | 26,087 | 4.57% |
| Native American | 1,652 | 0.29% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 234 | 0.04% |
South Central Connecticut Planning Region 's average per capita income is $60,861. Household income levels show a median of $88,197. The poverty rate stands at 11.41%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $145,974 | $178,787 |
| Families | $115,384 | $149,148 |
| Households | $88,197 | $121,469 |
| Non Families | $50,926 | $72,615 |
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