Kent, Connecticut
Kent: town in Connecticut
About
Kent is a town located in the county of Litchfield in the U.S. state of Connecticut. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,979 and a population density of 60 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,766 inhabitants.
The town was created 287 years ago in 1738.
Quick Facts about Kent
| Population | 2,766 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Connecticut (United States) |
| County | Litchfield County |
| Phone Area Codes | 860 |
| Area | 49.6 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.7248,-73.4771 |
| Altitude | 466 feet / 142, 119 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1739 (287 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 22:10:36 (22nd April 2026) |
| Postal code | 06757 |
| Density | 56 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -7.7% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 59℉ Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Kent is located at 41°43'29"N 73°28'37"W (41.7248200, -73.4770700).
Kent map
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Weather
A chance of rain showers before 8am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 59. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Kent
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Kent decreased by 7.7% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,979 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,973 | -0.2% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,949 | -0.81% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,934 | -0.51% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,896 | -1.31% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,844 | -1.83% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,803 | -1.46% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 2,793 | -0.36% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 2,785 | -0.29% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,777 | -0.29% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 2,766 | -0.4% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Kent
1Connecticut Antique Machinery
31 Kent Cornwall Rd, Kent, CT 06757, United States View details
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People born in Kent (6)
People born in Kent, including producer Seth MacFarlane, politician Philetus Swift, voice actress Rachael MacFarlane, .
More notable people
- George P. Wilbur (American actor) he was born in 06/03/1941
- John Swift (United States Army general) he was born in 17/06/1761
- Philemon Beecher (American politician) he was born in 19/03/1776
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Kent, CT. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 431105 | Dutchess BOCES-Practical Nursing Program | Poughkeepsie (NY) | 12601-6599 |
Nearby Transit Stations (22)
Rail and bus stations connected to Kent, CT. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| POU | Poughkeepsie station | 41 Main St. | RAIL |
| RHI | Rhinecliff–Kingston station | Hutton and Charles Sts. | RAIL |
| BER | Berlin | 51 Depot Road | RAIL |
| MDN | Meriden Transit Center | 60 State Street | RAIL |
| WFD | Wallingford station | 37 Hall Avenue | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Kent.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Ken Post Office | Kent (CT) | 06757 |
Other places with the same name (6)
- Kent, Washington The fourth most populous city in King County, Washington. with a population of 130,676 people.
- Kent, Ohio city in Portage County, Ohio, United States of America with a population of 29,319 people.
- Kent, New York town in Putnam County, New York, United States with a population of 13,142 people.
- Kent, Indiana township in Warren County, Indiana with a population of 1,650 people.
- Kent, Illinois human settlement in Illinois, United States of America with a population of 787 people.
- Kent, Minnesota city in Wilkin County, Minnesota, United States of America with a population of 72 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
Kent distances to largest Connecticut cities