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Madison, Connecticut

Introduction to Madison, Connecticut

Madison, Connecticut is 17 miles E of New Haven, Connecticut and 81 miles NE of New York, New York. It is in New Haven county. The town is part of the New Haven - Meriden metro area. The population of Madison is 17,858.

Madison History

The first settlement in Madison was established in the year 1641. Throughout the 18th century, this area was known as East Guilford. It was incorporated as the town of Madison in 1826 in honor of President James Madison. The state’s longest beach, Hammonasset Beach State Park, is located in Madison. The town is one of the wealthiest suburbs in the county of New Haven. It experienced rapid growth and development in the mid-20th century.

Madison and nearby Attractions

  • Allis-Bushnell House Museum
  • Deacon John Graves House
  • Madison Historical Society Building
  • Meigs Point Nature Center
  • Stannard Pond
  • Hammonasset Beach State Park

Things To Do In Madison

The town has some beautiful lakes and brooks, the banks of which are popular tourist spots. The Circle Beach and Hammonasset Beach are ideal for those who love water sports. The parks in the town also offer a range of recreational activities to be enjoyed by both adults and children. In addition, the Arts Festival is held every July and draws crowds from neighboring towns and cities.

Madison Transportation

Tweed-New Haven Airport is close by.

Madison Higher Education

Wesleyan University, Quinnipiac University and Gateway Community College are nearby institutes of higher education.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Low Violent Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 5%trophyMadison Low Violent Crime
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)		Top 5%trophyMadison College Educated Adults
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 8%Madison Low Property Crime

Comparative Profile of Madison, CT

Comparing Madison 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 Population98
Male Share of the Population63
Children Under 5 Years Old68
Senior Citizens56
Female Share of the Population58
Racial Diversity35

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married109
Average Household Size88

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults1010

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing109

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime109
Low Property Crime109

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