Bethany, Connecticut
Bethany: town in New Haven County, Connecticut
About
Bethany is a town located in the county of New Haven in the U.S. state of Connecticut. Its population at the 2010 census was 5,563 and a population density of 260 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 5,513 inhabitants.
The town was created 194 years ago in 1831.
Quick Facts about Bethany
| Population | 5,513 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Connecticut (United States) |
| County | New Haven County |
| Postal code | 06524 |
| Phone Area Codes | 203 |
| Area | 21.4 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.4218,-72.9971 |
| Altitude | 574 feet / 175 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1832 (194 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 07:05:57 (15th July 2026) |
| Density | 258 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -0.91% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 96℉ Areas Of Smoke 7-days weather |
Geography
Bethany is located at 41°25'18"N 72°59'49"W (41.4217600, -72.9970500).
Bethany map
Weather
Areas of smoke after 9am. Sunny. High near 96, with temperatures falling to around 94 in the afternoon. Heat index values as high as 104. West wind 8...
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Bethany
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Bethany decreased by 0.91% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 5,563 | - | census |
| 2011 | 5,561 | -0.04% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 5,561 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 5,552 | -0.16% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 5,544 | -0.14% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 5,520 | -0.43% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 5,499 | -0.38% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 5,491 | -0.15% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 5,490 | -0.02% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 5,548 | 1.05% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 5,513 | -0.63% | estimation process |
People born in Bethany (1)
American politician E. Frank Sperry was born in Bethany
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Bethany, CT. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 455798 | Oxford Academy of Hair Design Inc | Seymour (CT) | 06483 |
Nearby Transit Stations (25)
Rail and bus stations connected to Bethany, CT. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WFD | Wallingford station | 37 Hall Avenue | RAIL |
| NHV | Union Station | 50 Union Avenue | RAIL |
| MDN | Meriden Transit Center | 60 State Street | RAIL |
| BER | Berlin | 51 Depot Road | RAIL |
| BRP | Bridgeport | 525 Water St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Bethany.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Beacon Fall Post Office | Beacon Falls (CT) | 06403 |
Other places with the same name (7)
- Bethany, Oregon unincorporated community in Washington County, Oregon, United States with a population of 20,646 people.
- Bethany, Oklahoma village recorded in the New Testament as the home of the siblings Mary, Martha, and Lazarus, as well as that of Simon the Leper with a population of 19,195 people.
- Bethany, Missouri city in Missouri, United States with a population of 3,049 people.
- Bethany, Illinois village in Illinois, United States with a population of 1,210 people.
- Bethany, West Virginia town in West Virginia, U. with a population of 800 people.
- Bethany, Pennsylvania borough in Pennsylvania, United States with a population of 222 people.
- Bethany, Indiana unincorporated community in Indiana, United States with a population of 88 people.
Other cities in New Haven County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in New Haven County , CT. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| New Haven | 130,801 | The second most populous city in Connecticut. |
| Waterbury | 106,826 | The second most populous city in Connecticut. |
| Hamden | 60,294 | Town in Connecticut, US |
| Meriden | 58,981 | The most populous city in New Haven County, Connecticut. |
| West Haven | 54,367 | The most populous city in New Haven County, Connecticut. |
| Milford | 53,259 | A city in New Haven County, Connecticut. |
| Wallingford | 44,076 | Town in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States |
| Naugatuck | 30,905 | Town in Connecticut, United States |
| Cheshire | 28,806 | Town in Connecticut |
| East Haven | 28,454 | Town in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States |
| Branford | 27,736 | Town in New Haven County, Connecticut, United Sates |
| North Haven | 23,556 | Town in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States |
| Guilford | 22,043 | Town in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States |
| Southbury | 19,496 | Town in Connecticut, United States |
| Ansonia | 18,525 | City in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States |
| Madison | 17,924 | Town in Connecticut, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Bethany distances to largest Connecticut cities