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Killingly, Connecticut

Introduction to Killingly, Connecticut

Killingly, Connecticut, in Windham county, is 22 miles W of Cranston, Rhode Island and 54 miles SW of Boston, Massachusetts. The town has a population of 16,472.

Killingly History

The town of Killingly was incorporated in 1708. The community was named after an English manor. Many buildings and places in Killingly are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The town has a council-manager form of government.

Killingly and nearby Attractions

  • Killingly Public Library
  • Saint Albans Episcopal Church
  • Killingly Shopping Center
  • Quinebaug Pond
  • Old Furnace State Park

Things To Do In Killingly

While in Killingly, one can plan a day trip to any of the local parks, which provide facilities for a variety of sports. The Killingly Shopping Center and the Brooklyn Common Shopping Center are ideal destinations for those who like to shop. In addition, the town hosts the Killingly Grange Fair every September.

Killingly Transportation

Providence International and Bradley International are the nearest major airports.

Killingly Higher Education

Courses in higher education are offered by Bryant College, Eastern Connecticut State University and the University of Connecticut.

Comparative Profile of Killingly, CT

Comparing Killingly 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
Male Share of the Population86
Age of the Population52
Senior Citizens56
Children Under 5 Years Old46
Racial Diversity46
Female Share of the Population35

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size65
Portion of People Married53

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults21

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing107
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