Waterford, Connecticut
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| Waterford, Connecticut | |
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| NECTA | Norwich-New London |
| Region | Southeastern Connecticut |
| Incorporated | 1801 |
| Government | |
| - Type | Representative town meeting |
| - First selectman | Daniel M. Steward |
| - Town meeting moderator | Sharon M. Palmer |
| Area | |
| - Total | 115.0 km² (44.4 sq mi) |
| - Land | 85.0 km² (32.8 sq mi) |
| - Water | 30.1 km² (11.6 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 14 m (46 ft) |
| Population (2005)[1] | |
| - Total | 18,940 |
| - Density | 223/km² (577/sq mi) |
| Time zone | Eastern (UTC-5) |
| - Summer (DST) | Eastern (UTC-4) |
| ZIP code | 06375, 06385 |
| Area code(s) | 860 |
| FIPS code | 09-80280 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0213526 |
| Website: http://www.waterfordct.org/ | |
Waterford is a town in New London County, Connecticut, United States. It is named after Waterford, Ireland. The population was 19,152 at the 2000 census.
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[edit] Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 44.4 square miles (115.0 km²), of which, 32.8 square miles (84.8 km²) of it is land and 11.6 square miles (30.1 km²) of it (26.22%) is water.
[edit] Demographics
This town consists of a wide variety of rural and city living. Many residents live in apartments as well. As of the census[2] of 2000, there were 19,152 people, 7,542 households, and 5,219 families residing in the town. The population density was 584.7 people per square mile (225.8/km²). There were 7,986 housing units at an average density of 243.8/sq mi (94.2/km²). The racial makeup of the town was 92.41% White, 2.22% African American, 0.48% Native American, 2.51% Asian, 0.02% Pacific Islander, 0.74% from other races, and 1.62% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.40% of the population.
There were 7,542 households out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.6% were married couples living together, 8.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.8% were non-families. 26.5% of all households were made up of individuals and 12.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 2.91.
In the town the population was spread out with 21.9% under the age of 18, 7.1% from 18 to 24, 26.6% from 25 to 44, 25.4% from 45 to 64, and 19.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females there were 92.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.7 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $56,047, and the median income for a family was $65,659. Males had a median income of $47,312 versus $32,046 for females. The per capita income for the town was $26,807. About 2.1% of families and 4.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.7% of those under age 18 and 4.4% of those age 65 or over.
[edit] Famous Past and Current Residents
- Actor Jesse Metcalfe grew up in Waterford.
- Actress Audrey Meadows of the Honeymooners
- Professional baseball player Robert Bono was born and raised in Waterford.
[edit] Economy
Waterford's economic center is predominantly retail chains, including a variety of mini malls and the Crystal Mall. There are several family-owned delicatessens and restaurants. It is also home to Dominion's Millstone Nuclear Power Plant. It is a popular tourist area. Millstone consists of three reactors, the first built between 1966 and 1970. While Millstone's first reactor is no longer in operation, the remaining two still provide power to a variety of towns in New England. Also, Pfizer Global Research and Development is located in New London (Waterford's neighboring town), and many people from Waterford work there.
[edit] Attractions
- The Connecticut College Arboretum is a 750-acre (3.0 km²) arboretum and botanical garden which lies partially within Quaker Hill Village, a district of Waterford.
- The Eugene O'Neill Theater Center is also located in Waterford. O'Neill was a famous playwright. The theater is now a historical location of Waterford.
- Waterford Beach
- Harkness State Memorial Park is a recreational area that provides a picturesque view of Long Island Sound. It was founded by Edward Harkness in 1907, after the purchase of his mansion, known today as Eolia. Activities include fishing, formal gardening, golf, and tours of the mansion. There is also a summer school located at this park for the mentally disabled. The Harkness estate is also open for formal occasions including weddings, and is often used for group photography.
- The Waterford Speedbowl is a racetrack recognized under NASCAR’s Whelen All-American Series, and holds touring events throughout the year including the True Value Modified Series, International Super Modified Association, and North Eastern Midget Association. The track formerly held events santioned by the Whelen Modified Tour and the Busch East series. It is usually open every Saturday and includes events such as burnout contests and car shows.[3]
[edit] External links
[edit] References
- ^ U.S. Census Bureau Population Estimates
- ^ American FactFinder. United States Census Bureau. Retrieved on 2008-01-31.
- ^ History of the Track. Retrieved on 2006-11-07.
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