New Britain city, CT

ZIP 06051 — Economy & Jobs

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2019–2023 5-Year Estimates. Page data updated 2026-08-02.

Working ClassLow Snow Area

Income, employment, industries, and economic trends

Income & Economy in New Britain city, CT (06051)

Median Income

$48,682

*Adjusted for inflation (2023 dollars)

IRS Net Migration

+1,624

Wealth inflow

Population

29,421

Unemployment

10.0%

6.3pp above US avg

IRS migration statistics show a net inflow of about 1,624 for ZIP 06051 (New Britain city, CT) on US5’s published series — a signal of people/tax filers moving in relative to those leaving. Inflows often track job growth, housing demand, or lifestyle migration; treat the figure as a directional indicator rather than a precise headcount.

Economic Indicators

Unemployment

10.0%+170% vs US avg

Self-Employed

1.7%-72% vs US avg

SNAP Benefits

38.4%+228% vs US avg

482

Establishments

7,419

Employees

~15 per establishment — small businesses dominate

Healthcare

Top Industry

Economic Distributions

Census ACS 5-Year (P0): occupation, industry, household income brackets.

Occupation

Industry

Agriculture, forestry, mining0.2%
Construction7.7%
Manufacturing13.9%
Wholesale trade2.1%
Retail trade14.6%
Transportation, utilities7.9%
Information0.9%
Finance, insurance, real estate6.7%
Professional, scientific, management8.3%
Education, health care, social21.9%
Arts, entertainment, food services8.3%
Other services5.3%
Public administration2.2%

Household Income

Historical Trends in 06051 (2020–Present)

Since 2020, population declined 3.9%, median income rose 12.2% (inflation-adjusted), home values increased 6.9%.

Median Income

$48,682

-35% vs US avg

Unemployment Rate