Redding, Connecticut
Redding: town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States
About
Redding is a town located in the county of Fairfield in the U.S. state of Connecticut. Its population at the 2010 census was 9,158 and a population density of 285 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 9,051 inhabitants.
The town was created 259 years ago in 1766.
Quick Facts about Redding
| Population | 9,051 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Connecticut (United States) |
| County | Fairfield County |
| Postal code | 06896 |
| Phone Area Codes | 203 |
| Area | 32.1 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.3026,-73.3835 |
| Altitude | 472 feet / 144 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1767 (259 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 01:37:21 (23rd April 2026) |
| Density | 282 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -1.18% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 67℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Redding is located at 41°18'9"N 73°23'0"W (41.3026000, -73.3834500).
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Redding decreased by 1.18% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1790 | 1,503 | - | |
| 2010 | 9,158 | 83.59% | census |
| 2011 | 9,232 | 0.8% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 9,289 | 0.61% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 9,294 | 0.05% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 9,278 | -0.17% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 9,262 | -0.17% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 9,203 | -0.64% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 9,155 | -0.52% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 9,139 | -0.18% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 9,116 | -0.25% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 9,051 | -0.72% | estimation process |
People born in Redding (13)
People born in Redding, including actress Hope Lange, diplomat Joel Barlow, classical philologist Frank Frost Abbott, .
More notable people
- Dudley Sanford Gregory (American politician) he was born in 05/02/1800
- Ebenezer J. Hill (American politician (1845-1917)) he was born in 04/08/1845
- Aaron Louis Treadwell (Zoology, Geology, Biology) he was born in 23/12/1866
- Adam D'Angelo (American businessman) he was born in 14/08/1984
- Jessup Nash Couch (American politician) he was born in 03/08/1778
- Scott Horvath (American ice hockey player) he was born in 04/03/1985
- Stephen Barlow (American politician) he was born in 13/06/1779
- Victor Olson (American painter and illustrator) he was born in 04/08/1924
- Rebecca Couch she was born in 19/06/1788
- Ada Josephine Todd (American author and educator) she was born in 16/06/1858
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Redding, CT. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 130776 | Western Connecticut State University | Danbury (CT) | 06810-6826 |
Nearby Transit Stations (24)
Rail and bus stations connected to Redding, CT. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRP | Bridgeport | 525 Water St. | RAIL |
| STM | Stamford Transportation Center | Washington Blvd and South State St. | RAIL |
| NHV | Union Station | 50 Union Avenue | RAIL |
| CRT | Croton–Harmon station | 1 Croton Point Avenue | RAIL |
| WFD | Wallingford station | 37 Hall Avenue | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Redding.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Redding Center Post Office | Redding Center (CT) | 06875 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Redding, California The most populous city in Shasta County, California. with a population of 92,456 people.
- Redding, Indiana human settlement in United States of America with a population of 4,262 people.
- Redding, Iowa city in Ringgold County, Iowa, United States with a population of 77 people.
Other cities in Fairfield County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Fairfield County , CT. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport | 143,525 | The second most populous city in Connecticut. |
| Stamford | 131,397 | The second most populous city in Connecticut. |
| North Stamford | 128,278 | A census-designated place in Stamford, Connecticut. |
| Norwalk | 88,655 | The most populous city in Fairfield County, Connecticut. |
| East Norwalk | 84,530 | A census-designated place in Norwalk, Connecticut. |
| Danbury | 84,317 | The most populous city in Fairfield County, Connecticut. |
| Greenwich | 62,769 | Town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States |
| Fairfield | 62,215 | Town in Connecticut, United States of America |
| Stratford | 51,660 | Town in Connecticut |
| Shelton | 40,957 | A town in Fairfield County, Connecticut. |
| Trumbull | 35,438 | Town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States |
| Westport | 28,444 | Town in Connecticut |
| Ridgefield | 24,898 | Town in Connecticut |
| Darien | 21,693 | Town in Connecticut |
| New Canaan | 20,115 | Town in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States |
| Bethel | 19,941 | City in Alaska, USA |
Distance to Other Cities
Redding distances to largest Connecticut cities