Living in Ansonia, CT
Ansonia is a 6.02 square mile city in New Haven County on the Naugatuck River valley, with a Main Street dining strip, a Metro-North station and a 2.5 mile nature trail network.
Ansonia at a glance
- Median sale price
- $401,250−0.3% vs last year 166 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 29.46 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$8,300 median-priced home
- Population
- 19,195 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 6.0 sq mi 3,189 per sq mi
What it is like in Ansonia
Ansonia is a city in New Haven County with a population of 19,195 and a land area of 6.02 square miles. It borders Derby, Seymour and Woodbridge. New Haven is 10 miles and 18 minutes away by car.
Ansonia has an industrial past, and Main Street is its commercial spine. The street holds Munch Eatery, Warszawa Restaurant and Koi Sushi & Asian Fusion, along with Polish and Mexican food shops and restaurants.
The Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center at 10 Deerfield Lane is a city-owned park with about two and a half miles of trails on a former dairy farm. Its stone visitor center, the Schumacher Pavilion, dates to 1977, and admission is free.
Other city green spaces are Warsaw Park, Linnett Park, Nelligan Park, Abe Stone Park, Pine Lot Fields and Ansonia Riverwalk Park. The Quillinan Reservoir Block of Naugatuck State Forest is also listed for the city.
Getting around from Ansonia
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 60 min | 43 |
| New Haven | 18 min | 10 |
| Stamford | 52 min | 37 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 105 min | 72 |
| Boston | 180 min | 144 |
| Providence | 144 min | 114 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 83 min | 60 |
Rail stations nearby
- Ansonia 0.5 mi Metro-North
- Derby-Shelton 1.8 mi Metro-North
- Seymour 3.5 mi Metro-North
Highways and routes
Ansonia station on the Metro-North Waterbury Branch is 0.5 miles from the city center in a straight line. Derby-Shelton station is 1.8 miles away and Seymour station is 3.5 miles away.
By car, New Haven is 18 minutes (10 miles), Stamford 52 minutes (37 miles), Hartford 60 minutes (43 miles) and Midtown New York 105 minutes (72 miles). Bradley Airport is 83 minutes (60 miles) away.
Schools in Ansonia
5 public schools in Ansonia School District and Connecticut Technical Education and Career System. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 2
- Mead
- Prendergast
Middle 1
- Ansonia
High school 2
- Ansonia High School
- Emmett O'Brien Technical High School
Grades, number of students. Hover a school for its address.
For report cards, enrollment trends and spending per student, look up Ansonia School District and Connecticut Technical Education and Career System on the state's EdSight site.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Common Core of Data. We do not rate or rank schools.
Eat, drink and explore in Ansonia
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Sushi and Asian fusion restaurant on Main Street.
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Main Street eatery serving brunch and meals alongside baked goods and catering.
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Polish restaurant on Main Street that opened in September 2016.
Parks, preserves and trails 9
Parks and open space © OpenStreetMap contributors. Places to eat and visit last checked October 2026. These are not paid placements; they are simply our selection. Hours and menus change, so check before you go.
Ansonia housing market
Over the last 12 months, 166 homes sold in Ansonia with a median sale price of $401,250 and a median of 15 days on market. There are 25 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $234 per square foot. The typical home sold for 100% of its list price, and the median sale price is down 0.3% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 1.8 months.
Ansonia's town-wide property tax rate is 29.46 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $8,300 a year. Special taxing districts, such as fire districts, can add to this, and a home's actual assessment may differ from its sale price.
Source: SmartMLS, residential sales (single-family, condo and multi-family); mill rates: Connecticut Office of Policy and Management. Updated November 10, 2026.
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Questions about Ansonia
What is the median home price in Ansonia, CT?
The median sale price in Ansonia is $401,250, based on 166 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in Ansonia, CT?
Ansonia's town-wide property tax rate is 29.46 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $8,300 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is Ansonia, CT from Hartford?
Ansonia is about 43 miles and a 60-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is Ansonia, CT from New York City?
Ansonia is about 72 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 105-minute drive without traffic.
Is there a train station in Ansonia, CT?
The closest passenger rail station we have on record is Ansonia (Metro-North) about 0.5 miles from the center of Ansonia. Check the operator's schedule for current service.
What is the population of Ansonia, CT?
Ansonia has about 19,195 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 6.0 square miles.
How many public schools are in Ansonia, CT?
Ansonia has 5 public schools in Ansonia School District and Connecticut Technical Education and Career System. Which school serves an address depends on the district's boundaries, so confirm with the district.
How many homes are for sale in Ansonia, CT?
There are 25 homes for sale in Ansonia right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
Is there a train station in Ansonia?
Yes. Ansonia station on Metro-North is 0.5 miles from the city center in a straight line. Derby-Shelton and Seymour stations are 1.8 and 3.5 miles away.
How far is Ansonia from New Haven?
New Haven is 10 miles away, about 18 minutes by car.
Which towns border Ansonia?
Derby, Seymour and Woodbridge.
Where can I hike in Ansonia?
The Ansonia Nature and Recreation Center at 10 Deerfield Lane has about two and a half miles of trails and charges no admission.
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