Long Hill, Groton, Connecticut facts for kids
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Long Hill
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Location in New London County, Connecticut
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| Country | United States |
| State | Connecticut |
| County | New London |
| Town | Groton |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.6 sq mi (4.1 km2) |
| • Land | 1.5 sq mi (3.9 km2) |
| • Water | 0.1 sq mi (0.26 km2) |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,205 |
| • Density | 2,630/sq mi (1,026/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
06340
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| Area code | 860 |
| FIPS code | 09-43790 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2377829 |
Long Hill is a community located in the town of Groton, in New London County, Connecticut, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it is a specific area identified by the United States Census Bureau for collecting population data. In 2010, about 4,205 people lived in Long Hill.
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Exploring Long Hill's Location
Long Hill is part of the state of Connecticut in the United States. It is found within New London County. The community is a small but important part of the larger town of Groton.
Land and Water Features
According to the United States Census Bureau, Long Hill covers a total area of about 1.6 square miles (4.1 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 1.5 square miles (3.9 square kilometers), is land. The remaining 0.1 square miles (0.26 square kilometers) is water. This means a small part of Long Hill's area includes water bodies.
Understanding the People of Long Hill
The population of Long Hill is diverse, meaning people from many different backgrounds live there. This section shares some facts about the people who call Long Hill home.
Population Overview
In the year 2000, there were 3,534 people living in Long Hill. These people lived in 1,741 households. A household is a group of people living together in one home. About 741 of these households were families.
Diversity in the Community
Long Hill is home to people of various backgrounds. In 2000, the community included people who identified as White, African American, Native American, and Asian. There were also people from other races and those who identified with two or more races. About 4.75% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino. This mix of cultures helps make Long Hill a vibrant place.
Age Groups in Long Hill
The population of Long Hill includes people of all ages. In 2000, about 15.9% of the people were under 18 years old. About 22.5% of the residents were 65 years old or older. The average age of people in Long Hill was 39 years. This shows that the community has a good mix of younger people, adults, and seniors.
See also
In Spanish: Long Hill para niños
