Shelton, Connecticut

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Shelton is a community in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region, Connecticut, home to about 39,559 people spread across 30.6 square miles of land. About 94.0% of residents under 65 have health insurance.

39,559
Total Population
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30.60 sq. mi.
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Median Personal Income
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Median Home Value
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0.0%
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94.0%
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Summers around Shelton typically top out near 82°F in July, while January nights average about 18°F. The area sees roughly 49 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.

Towns Near Shelton
# Town Distance Population
1.Derby, CT0.4 mi.12,902
2.Ansonia, CT2.2 mi.19,249
3.Orange, CT4.4 mi.13,956
4.Woodbridge, CT5.1 mi.8,990
5.Seymour, CT5.6 mi.16,540
6.Milford, CT6.8 mi.52,759
7.Trumbull, CT7.6 mi.36,018
8.Oxford, CT8.2 mi.12,683
Frequently Asked Questions About Shelton

What is the population of Shelton, Connecticut?
Shelton has a population of about 39,559 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.

What county is Shelton, Connecticut in?
Shelton is located in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region, Connecticut.

How many tornadoes have hit near Shelton, Connecticut?
No tornadoes have been recorded in Naugatuck Valley Planning Region since modern record-keeping began in 1950.

What is the weather like in Shelton, Connecticut?
Typical July highs run about 82 degrees and January lows about 18 degrees, with around 49 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.

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