Wilton

Welcome to Wilton

A modern suburban town with rural roots, featuring rolling hills, winding country roads, and serene wooded escapes.
 
A former farming community, Wilton has quickly developed into a sought-after modern suburban retreat, thanks to its top-rated schools - ranked #9 "Best School Districts in Connecticut" by Niche Media - rich history and serene landscapes. Wilton's cozy downtown offers casual and fine dining, access to Metro-North trains, and a variety of retail outlets for all today's needs from sporting goods to clothing and specialty stores.
 
The community is brimming with mother nature's abundance from Woodcock Nature Center and Allen's Meadows Community Gardens to Scheneck's Island and a well-honed network of walking trails cared for by the Wilton Conservation Commission. Equally plentiful are activities for children and adults at the Wilton Riverbrook Regional YMCA and Comstock Community Center. Wilton offers seasonal events for children, adults, families, and active seniors throughout the year including a Halloween Walk, Holiday Stroll and Memorial Day Celebration. Known for its civic-minded population & high standards for sustainability, Wilton hosts an annual town-wide clean-up day, provides environmentally safe playing fields and meets 70% of school and municipal needs with solar power.
 
Wilton's deep history, sense of community and beautiful setting make it a favorite community bridging the culture and values of Northern and Southern Fairfield County.
 

By The Numbers

Population

18,463

Households

6,090

Median 2023 Sale Price

1,125,000

Distance To NYC

~1.5 Hours


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Overview for Wilton, CT

18,486 people live in Wilton, where the median age is 43 and the average individual income is $96,990. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

18,486

Total Population

43 years

Median Age

High

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

$96,990

Average individual Income

Around Wilton, CT

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

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11
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Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Sweet Pierre's, Endless Beauty Spa, and Super Scissors.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining · $$ 1.22 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 3.32 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 3.36 miles 13 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Wilton, CT

Wilton has 6,198 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Wilton do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 18,486 people call Wilton home. The population density is 785.283 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

18,486

Total Population

High

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

43

Median Age

51.16 / 48.84%

Men vs Women

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6,198

Total Households

3

Average Household Size

$96,990

Average individual Income

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Schools in Wilton, CT

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The following schools are within or nearby Wilton. 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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