Living in Killingworth, CT
Killingworth is a Middlesex County town of 35.33 square miles along Route 81, containing Chatfield Hollow State Park, part of Cockaponset State Forest, Lavender Pond Farm and Parmelee Farm.
Killingworth at a glance
- Median sale price
- $699,500+29.3% vs last year 68 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 28.47 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$13,900 median-priced home
- Population
- 6,284 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 35.3 sq mi 178 per sq mi
What it is like in Killingworth
Killingworth is a town in Middlesex County with a population of 6,284 and a land area of 35.33 square miles. It borders Madison, Chester, Clinton, Haddam and Durham.
Route 81 runs through town and is called Clinton Road in places. Parmelee Farm at 465 Route 81 is a 131-acre property the town bought in 2000, and its 1847 farmhouse is home to the Killingworth Historical Society.
Cockaponset State Forest, Connecticut's second-largest state forest, covers part of town.
Chatfield Hollow State Park covers 412 acres next to Cockaponset State Forest. It has about 18 miles of trails, Schreeder Pond with a swimming beach, a restored water wheel and a reproduction covered bridge, and it was developed in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps. Forster Pond State Park, Welter Woods and the Platt Nature Center are also on the town's list.
Lavender Pond Farm at 318 Roast Meat Hill Road has lavender fields, a pond and honeybees and is open daily in summer. La Foresta Restaurant & Wine Bar at 163 Route 81 opened in 2014.
Getting around from Killingworth
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 58 min | 33 |
| New Haven | 54 min | 25 |
| Stamford | 110 min | 65 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 163 min | 100 |
| Boston | 176 min | 131 |
| Providence | 122 min | 88 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 80 min | 47 |
Rail stations nearby
- Madison 6.4 mi Shore Line East, Amtrak
- Clinton 7 mi Shore Line East, CTrail Hartford Line
Highways and routes
Routes 80 and 81 are the main roads, and Route 9 is reached from them. By car, New Haven is 54 minutes (25 miles), Hartford 58 minutes (33 miles) and Providence 122 minutes (88 miles). Bradley Airport is 80 minutes (47 miles) away.
The nearest rail stations in our data are Madison (Shore Line East and Amtrak, 6.4 miles in a straight line) and Clinton (Shore Line East and the CTrail Hartford Line, 7 miles). Midtown New York City is 163 minutes by car.
Schools in Killingworth
3 public schools in Regional School District 17. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 2
- Haddam-Killingworth Intermediate
- Killingworth
Middle 1
- Haddam-Killingworth
Grades, number of students. Hover a school for its address.
For report cards, enrollment trends and spending per student, look up Regional School District 17 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 Killingworth
Open Killingworth in Google Maps →Eat and drink 3
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Home-based licensed bakery making sourdough breads to order, and holding baking workshops.
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Cafe serving breakfast, lunch, coffee, prepared foods and catering.
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Northern Italian restaurant in a converted farmhouse with a wine list of more than 1,600 selections.
Things to do and see 3
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Lavender farm with fields, a pond, honeybees and a farm shop; open daily in summer.
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Town-owned 131-acre farm whose 1847 farmhouse is home to the Killingworth Historical Society, with a new barn for artifacts.
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Cut-your-own Christmas tree farm open during the holiday season.
Parks, preserves and trails 13
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.
Killingworth housing market
Over the last 12 months, 68 homes sold in Killingworth with a median sale price of $699,500 and a median of 13 days on market. There are 17 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $261 per square foot. The typical home sold for 100% of its list price, and the median sale price is up 29.3% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 3 months.
Killingworth's town-wide property tax rate is 28.47 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $13,900 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 Killingworth
What is the median home price in Killingworth, CT?
The median sale price in Killingworth is $699,500, based on 68 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in Killingworth, CT?
Killingworth's town-wide property tax rate is 28.47 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $13,900 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is Killingworth, CT from Hartford?
Killingworth is about 33 miles and a 58-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is Killingworth, CT from New York City?
Killingworth is about 100 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 163-minute drive without traffic.
Is there a train station in Killingworth, CT?
The closest passenger rail station we have on record is Madison (Shore Line East, Amtrak) about 6.4 miles from the center of Killingworth. Check the operator's schedule for current service.
What is the population of Killingworth, CT?
Killingworth has about 6,284 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 35.3 square miles.
How many public schools are in Killingworth, CT?
Killingworth has 3 public schools in Regional School District 17. Which school serves an address depends on the district's boundaries, so confirm with the district.
How many homes are for sale in Killingworth, CT?
There are 17 homes for sale in Killingworth right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
What train stations are nearest to Killingworth?
Madison (6.4 miles straight line) and Clinton (7 miles), both with Shore Line East service.
How far is Killingworth from New Haven and Hartford?
New Haven is 25 miles and about 54 minutes by car. Hartford is 33 miles and about 58 minutes.
Which towns border Killingworth?
Madison, Chester, Clinton, Haddam and Durham.
What is Chatfield Hollow State Park?
A 412-acre state park with about 18 miles of trails, Schreeder Pond with a swimming beach, and a reproduction covered bridge.
Where is the Killingworth Historical Society?
At Parmelee Farm, 465 Route 81.
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