Town

Bethel

Connecticut
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Demographics

Population20,358
Median Household Income (2022)$108,382
Per Capita Income (2022)$53,107
Owner-occupied Housing Unit Rate75.31%
Median Home Value (2023)$426,500
Median Rent (2023)$1,458
Total Households (2025)7,538

Municipal Finances

Total Net Grand List (2023)$2,759,305,630
Equalized Net Grand List (ENGL) 2022$4,308,324,704
Adjusted Equalized Net Grand List per Capita$75,150.63
Mill Rate-Real and Personal Property(FY 2025)30.41
Mill Rate-Motor Vehicles30.41
Net Real Property Levy (FY25)$68,053,240.95
Net Personal Property Levy (2025)$5,428,228.30
Net Motor Vehicle Levy (2025)$6,490,394.69
Total Tax Levy$79,971,863.94
Tiered PILOT$58,156.13
Town Aid Road$440,271.77
Local Capital Improvement (LoCIP)$192136.24
Municipal Grants-in-Aid$282,660
Education Cost Sharing$10,047,664
Adult Education$16,023
Special Education and Expansion Development (SEED)$122,302
Total State Grants$11,159,037.38
Tax Exempt Property as % of 2022 Grand List4.60%
Town Hall of Bethel

Town Hall

Wants you To KNOW

The Town of Bethel is proud to be a place that has small-town charm, a strong community spirit, and a family-friendly environment. Bethel is known for its vibrant support of the arts, culture, and appreciation of its rich historical background. We invite you to explore our downtown, which provides a perfect day stroll of good food and shopping!

Geography

CountyFairfield
Council of Government (COG)Western Connecticut Council of Governments (WESTCOG)
Area (sq. miles)16.9 mi²
Public Roads-Town87.67

Representation

U.S. Senate (statewide)

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