Middlebury, Connecticut facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Middlebury, Connecticut
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| Town of Middlebury | ||
Middlebury Town Hall
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 New Haven County and Connecticut Naugatuck Valley Planning Region and Connecticut |
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| Country |  United States |
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| U.S. state |  Connecticut |
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| County | New Haven | |
| Region | Naugatuck Valley | |
| Incorporated | 1807 | |
| Government | ||
| • Type | Selectman-town meeting | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 18.5 sq mi (47.9 km2) | |
| • Land | 17.8 sq mi (46.0 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km2) | |
| Elevation | 712 ft (217 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 7,574 | |
| • Density | 409.4/sq mi (158.12/km2) | |
| Demonym(s) | Middleburian | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (Eastern) | |
| ZIP code |
06762
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| Area code(s) | 203/475 | |
| FIPS code | 09-46940 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0213459 | |
Middlebury is a town in New Haven County, Connecticut, in the United States. In 2020, about 7,574 people lived there. Middlebury is part of the Naugatuck Valley Planning Region. It is a suburb of the city of Waterbury and is located on the northern edge of the New York metropolitan area.
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History of Middlebury
Middlebury became an official town in 1807. It got its name because it is located in the middle of three other towns: Waterbury, Woodbury, and Southbury.
Geography of Middlebury
Middlebury covers a total area of about 18.5 square miles (47.9 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 17.8 square miles (46.0 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.7 square miles (1.8 square kilometers), is water.
Middlebury shares its borders with several other towns. These include Southbury, Woodbury, Watertown, Waterbury, Naugatuck, and Oxford.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1820 | 838 | — | |
| 1850 | 763 | — | |
| 1860 | 664 | −13.0% | |
| 1870 | 696 | 4.8% | |
| 1880 | 687 | −1.3% | |
| 1890 | 566 | −17.6% | |
| 1900 | 736 | 30.0% | |
| 1910 | 836 | 13.6% | |
| 1920 | 1,067 | 27.6% | |
| 1930 | 1,449 | 35.8% | |
| 1940 | 2,173 | 50.0% | |
| 1950 | 3,318 | 52.7% | |
| 1960 | 4,785 | 44.2% | |
| 1970 | 5,542 | 15.8% | |
| 1980 | 5,995 | 8.2% | |
| 1990 | 6,145 | 2.5% | |
| 2000 | 6,451 | 5.0% | |
| 2010 | 7,575 | 17.4% | |
| 2020 | 7,574 | 0.0% | |
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In 2000, there were 6,451 people living in Middlebury. The town had 2,398 households, with many families living together. About 33.1% of households had children under 18. The average age of people in Middlebury was 43 years old.
The median income for a household in Middlebury was about $70,469 in 2000. By 2021, this income had grown to an estimated $108,653. The value of homes and condos also increased significantly, reaching an estimated $321,100 by 2021.
Local News and Media
Middlebury has a few local newspapers that keep residents informed:
- The Waterbury Republican-American is a daily newspaper that covers news for Middlebury and many other towns in the area.
- Voices is a newspaper based in Southbury that also serves Middlebury and nearby communities.
- The Middlebury Bee-Intelligencer is an independent newspaper specifically for Middlebury.
Famous People from Middlebury
Many interesting people have connections to Middlebury:
- William Hawkins Abbott (1819–1901) was born in Middlebury. He was a pioneer in the oil refining business.
- Shane Bannon (born 1989) is a former NFL football player.
- Mike Borkowski (born 1973) is a professional race car driver.
- Naum Gabo (1890–1977) was a world-famous sculptor who helped start the Constructivism art movement. He lived in Middlebury starting in 1953.
- Grant Goodeve (born 1976) is an actor.
- A. W. Haydon (1906–1982) was an American inventor who lived in Middlebury.
- John G. Rowland (born 1957) is a former Governor of Connecticut.
- Katie Stevens (born 1992) was a contestant on the TV show American Idol.
Culture and Special Places
Middlebury has some interesting historical and fun places:
- The Josiah Bronson House was built in 1738 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means it's an important historical building.
- Quassy Amusement Park opened in 1908 and is one of the oldest amusement parks in the country that has been open continuously. It's a great place for rides and fun!
Images for kids
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Westover School on Village Green, c. 1912
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Town Hall/Library and Congregational Church, c. 1910
See also
In Spanish: Middlebury (Connecticut) para niños
