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Bethlehem, CT


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Bethlehem, Connecticut

Bethlehem, Connecticut, in Litchfield county, is 9 miles NW of Waterbury, Connecticut (center to center) and 74 miles NE of New York, New York. The town benefits from easy access to the nearby cities and towns with which it shares the Waterbury metropolitan area. Bethlehem contains a population of approximately 3,422.

The People and Families of Bethlehem

In Bethlehem, about 64% of adults are married. Married couples seem to be the rule in Bethlehem, at least compared to other towns of its size. The town has a large-family feeling.

Wealth and Education

Interestingly, lots of people in Bethlehem have Bachelor's degrees (or better).

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Bethlehem favored John Kerry in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $5,250. Among political parties, the Democratic party was tops in raising money in the town.

Bethlehem Housing

Bethlehem sports a large amount of seasonal housing, typically for vacation or part-time use.

High Points

Bethlehem strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Connecticut):

CategoryTrophy
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)		Top 8%Bethlehem College Educated Adults

Comparative Profile of Bethlehem, CT

Comparing Bethlehem to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Connecticut (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Age of the Population99
Male Share of the Population65
Female Share of the Population56
Racial Diversity41
Senior Citizens45
Children Under 5 Years Old22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married98
Average Household Size98

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults107

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing109

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