Canaan, Connecticut
Canaan: town in Connecticut, United States
About
Canaan is a town located in the county of Litchfield in the U.S. state of Connecticut. Its population at the 2010 census was 1,234 and a population density of 37 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 1,051 inhabitants.
The town was created 287 years ago in 1738.
Quick Facts about Canaan
| Population | 1,051 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Connecticut (United States) |
| County | Litchfield County |
| Different from | New Canaan |
| Postal code | 06031 |
| Phone Area Codes | 860 |
| Area | 33.3 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.0273,-73.3293 |
| Altitude | 656 feet / 200 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1739 (287 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 22:10:34 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 32 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -17.41% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 56℉ Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Canaan is located at 42°1'38"N 73°19'45"W (42.0273100, -73.3292800).
Canaan map
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Weather
A chance of rain showers before 8am. Partly sunny, with a high near 56. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Canaan decreased by 17.41% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 1,234 | - | census |
| 2011 | 1,109 | -11.27% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 1,101 | -0.73% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 1,096 | -0.46% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 1,084 | -1.11% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 1,077 | -0.65% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 1,069 | -0.75% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 1,062 | -0.66% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 1,055 | -0.66% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 1,053 | -0.19% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 1,051 | -0.19% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Canaan, CT. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 167792 | Bard College at Simon's Rock | Great Barrington (MA) | 01230-9702 |
| 130040 | Northwestern Connecticut Community College | Winsted (CT) | 06098 |
| 168263 | Westfield State University | Westfield (MA) | 01086-1630 |
| 190169 | Columbia-Greene Community College | Hudson (NY) | 12534 |
| 425986 | Mildred Elley-Pittsfield Campus | Pittsfield (MA) | 01201-5300 |
Nearby Transit Stations (22)
Rail and bus stations connected to Canaan, CT. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| HUD | Hudson | 69 South Front St. | RAIL |
| PIT | Joseph Scelsi Intermodal Transportation Center | 1 Columbus Avenue | RAIL |
| RHI | Rhinecliff–Kingston station | Hutton and Charles Sts. | RAIL |
| WNL | Windsor Locks | South Main St at Stanton Road | RAIL |
| WND | Windsor station | 41 Central St. | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Canaan.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Canaan Post Office | Canaan (CT) | 06018 |
| Ashley Fall Post Office | Ashley Falls (MA) | 01222 |
| East Canaan Post Office | East Canaan (CT) | 06024 |
| Falls Villag Post Office | Falls Village (CT) | 06031 |
| Salisbury Post Office | Salisbury (CT) | 06068 |
Other places with the same name (5)
- Canaan, Ohio township in Wayne County, Ohio with a population of 4,989 people.
- Canaan, New Hampshire town in New Hamsphire with a population of 3,917 people.
- Canaan, Maine human settlement in Somerset County, Maine, United States of America with a population of 2,168 people.
- Canaan, New York city in Columbia County, New York, United States of America with a population of 1,607 people.
- Canaan, Vermont town in Vermont with a population of 912 people.
Other cities in Litchfield County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Litchfield County , CT. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| West Torrington | 36,000 | Human settlement in Litchfield County, Connecticut, United States of America |
| Torrington | 33,870 | City in Litchfield County, Connecticut, USA |
| New Milford | 26,683 | Town in Litchfield County, Connecticut, United States of America |
| Watertown | 21,517 | Town in Litchfield County, Connecticut, United States |
| Plymouth | 11,552 | Town in Litchfield County, Connecticut, United States |
| Winchester Center | 10,830 | Town in Litchfield County, Connecticut, United States |
| Woodbury | 9,453 | Town in Litchfield County, Connecticut, United States |
| Winsted | 7,712 | City in Connecticut, United States |
| Thomaston | 7,505 | Town in Connecticut, United States |
| New Hartford | 6,639 | Town in Litchfield County, Connecticut, United States |
| Harwinton | 5,400 | Town in Connecticut |
| Barkhamsted | 3,587 | Town in Connecticut |
| Salisbury | 3,584 | Town in Litchfield County, Connecticut, United States |
| Washington | 3,419 | Town in Connecticut |
| Bethlehem | 3,385 | Town |
| Goshen | 2,856 | Town in Connecticut, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Canaan distances to largest Connecticut cities