Western Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut facts for kids
The Western Connecticut Planning Region is a special area in Connecticut that helps different towns work together. Think of it like a team of towns! It's also known as a "county-equivalent" for counting people and planning, even though Connecticut doesn't use traditional counties anymore.
This region is managed by the Western Connecticut Council of Governments (WestCOG). WestCOG is one of nine groups in Connecticut that help local towns and cities plan for the future. They work on things like transportation, land use, and making sure communities grow in a good way.
The Western Connecticut Planning Region includes areas like the Connecticut Panhandle, Greater Danbury, and the beautiful Gold Coast. Since 2022, these planning regions have been used instead of old counties for official numbers and planning.
Quick facts for kids
Western Connecticut Planning Region
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Planning region
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| Western Connecticut Council of Governments (WestCOG) | ||
     From top left: South Norwalk, Saugatuck River in Westport, Greenwich Point Beach, Candlewood Lake, Downtown Stamford
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Location within the U.S. state of Connecticut
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| Country |  United States |
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| State |  Connecticut |
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| Founded | 2013 | |
| Largest city | Stamford | |
| Other cities | Norwalk, Danbury | |
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| • Total | 532.1 sq mi (1,378 km2) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 620,549 | |
| Time zone | UTC−5 (Eastern) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−4 (EDT) | |
| Congressional districts | 4th, 5th | |
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2020 | 620,549 | — | |
| 2022 (est.) | 623,690 | ||
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In 2020, about 620,549 people lived in the Western Connecticut Planning Region. This makes it the second most populated region in Connecticut. Only the Capitol Planning Region has more people. The population has grown a little since then, reaching an estimated 623,690 people in 2022.
Towns and Cities in the Region
The Western Connecticut Planning Region is made up of many different towns and cities. These places work together as members of WestCOG to improve the area for everyone.
Major Cities
Other Towns
