Living in Milford, CT
Milford is a New Haven County city on Long Island Sound with over 14 miles of shoreline, a downtown around the Milford Green, a Metro-North station, and Interstate 95 and U.S. Route 1 along its south side.
Milford at a glance
- Median sale price
- $515,000+6.6% vs last year 654 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 28.67 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$10,300 median-priced home
- Population
- 53,396 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 22.2 sq mi 2,407 per sq mi
What it is like in Milford
Milford is a coastal city in New Haven County, between New Haven and Bridgeport, covering 22.18 square miles with a population of 53,396. It borders Stratford, Orange, West Haven and Shelton and includes the village of Devon and the borough of Woodmont.
English colonists bought the land in 1639 and called it Wepawaug, after the river that runs through it. Woodmont became a borough in 1903 and Milford was incorporated as a city in 1959. The town has more than 14 miles of shoreline on Long Island Sound, the most of any Connecticut town.
Downtown centers on the Milford Green, with restaurants on Broad, Daniel and River Streets. The Connecticut Post Mall is one of the state's larger malls.
Shoreline places include Silver Sands State Park, which reaches Charles Island by a sandbar at low tide, and the Connecticut Audubon Coastal Center at Milford Point. Town parks in the facts list include Wilcox Park, Trubee Doolittle Park, Welchs Point Park and Baldwin Marsh Wildlife Area, and Orchards Golf Course is in town.
Downtown has Scratch Baking and Colony Grill on Broad Street, the Milford Arts Council on Railroad Avenue, and Pantochino Productions, which stages musicals from September through May. Walnut Beach Coffee House serves the Walnut Beach area. The Milford Oyster Festival has been held on the third Saturday in August since 1975, with music, boat races and classic cars.
Getting around from Milford
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 62 min | 46 |
| New Haven | 17 min | 10 |
| Stamford | 44 min | 31 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 98 min | 66 |
| Boston | 182 min | 146 |
| Providence | 140 min | 113 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 85 min | 63 |
Rail stations nearby
- Milford 0.2 mi Metro-North, CTrail Hartford Line
- Stratford 4.2 mi Metro-North, CTrail Hartford Line
- West Haven 6 mi Metro-North, CTrail Hartford Line
Highways and routes
Interstate 95 and U.S. Route 1 pass through the southern part of Milford, and the Wilbur Cross Parkway crosses the north. The Milford Parkway links the parkway to I-95. New Haven is 10 miles and 17 minutes away, Stamford is 31 miles and 44 minutes, and Midtown New York City is 66 miles and 98 minutes.
Milford station, 0.2 miles away in a straight line, has Metro-North and CTrail Hartford Line service. Stratford and West Haven stations offer the same services. Bradley Airport is 63 miles and 85 minutes away.
Schools in Milford
14 public schools in Milford School District and Connecticut Technical Education and Career System. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 8
- Calf Pen Meadow
- J. F. Kennedy
- Live Oaks
- Mathewson
- Meadowside
- Orange Avenue
- Orchard Hills
- Pumpkin Delight
Middle 3
- East Shore
- Harborside
- West Shore
High school 3
- Jonathan Law High School
- Joseph A. Foran High School
- Platt Technical High School
Grades, number of students. Hover a school for its address.
For report cards, enrollment trends and spending per student, look up Milford 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 Milford
Open Milford in Google Maps →Eat and drink 8
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Mexican counter-service spot with build-your-own burritos, bowls, tacos and quesadillas.
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Bar and pizzeria on Broad Street serving thin-crust pizza, bar food and craft beer.
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Homemade Mediterranean restaurant with a vegetarian-focused menu.
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Tuscan-style Italian restaurant on River Street, open since 1998, serving homemade pasta and entrees.
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Bakery and cafe facing the Milford Green, selling baked goods and sandwiches.
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Pizzeria on Bridgeport Avenue, with a separate pizza truck for events.
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Downtown restaurant on Daniel Street serving seafood and steaks.
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Coffee shop in the Walnut Beach area serving coffee, tea and pastries.
Things to do and see 5
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Flower grower founded in 1917, with greenhouses selling annuals, vegetable plants and seasonal flowers.
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Glassblowing studio and gallery offering classes, group events and handmade glass for sale.
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Local arts organization with gallery and performance space in downtown Milford.
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Pedal-powered party boat cruising Milford Harbor, running May through October.
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Theatre company staging original musicals from September through May, at the Milford Arts Council.
Parks, preserves and trails 41
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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.
Milford housing market
Over the last 12 months, 654 homes sold in Milford with a median sale price of $515,000 and a median of 18 days on market. There are 115 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $321 per square foot. The typical home sold for 100% of its list price, and the median sale price is up 6.6% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 2.1 months.
Milford's town-wide property tax rate is 28.67 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $10,300 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 Milford
What is the median home price in Milford, CT?
The median sale price in Milford is $515,000, based on 654 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in Milford, CT?
Milford's town-wide property tax rate is 28.67 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $10,300 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is Milford, CT from Hartford?
Milford is about 46 miles and a 62-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is Milford, CT from New York City?
Milford is about 66 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 98-minute drive without traffic.
Is there a train station in Milford, CT?
The closest passenger rail station we have on record is Milford (Metro-North, CTrail Hartford Line) about 0.2 miles from the center of Milford. Check the operator's schedule for current service.
What is the population of Milford, CT?
Milford has about 53,396 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 22.2 square miles.
How many public schools are in Milford, CT?
Milford has 14 public schools in Milford 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 Milford, CT?
There are 115 homes for sale in Milford right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
How far is Milford from New Haven and New York City?
New Haven is 10 miles and about 17 minutes by car. Midtown New York City is 66 miles and about 98 minutes by car.
Is there a train station in Milford?
Yes. Milford station has Metro-North and CTrail Hartford Line service. Stratford and West Haven stations are also nearby.
Where are the beaches and shoreline parks?
Silver Sands State Park, Welchs Point Park, Walnut Beach and the Connecticut Audubon Coastal Center at Milford Point are along the shore.
When is the Milford Oyster Festival?
It is held on the third Saturday in August, rain or shine.
Which towns border Milford?
Stratford, Orange, West Haven and Shelton.
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