Living in Plymouth, CT
Plymouth is a Litchfield County town of 21.88 square miles that includes the village of Terryville, home to the Lock Museum of America and the Terryville Waterwheel.
Plymouth at a glance
- Median sale price
- $350,000+8% vs last year 154 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 28.73 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$7,000 median-priced home
- Population
- 11,879 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 21.9 sq mi 543 per sq mi
What it is like in Plymouth
Plymouth is a town in Litchfield County with a population of 11,879 and a land area of 21.88 square miles. It borders Thomaston, Bristol, Wolcott, Harwinton, Burlington and Waterbury.
The village of Terryville is the town's lock-making center. The Lock Museum of America at 230 Main Street (Route 6) holds a large collection of locks, keys and handcuffs, many from the Eagle Lock Company, and is in the building that was Plymouth's town hall. The Terryville Waterwheel, a short walk away, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The Plymouth Center Historic District and a self-guided walking tour of Plymouth Center are other historic stops.
Lake Winfield Recreation Area, Baldwin Park, Buttermilk Falls Nature Preserve, Veterans Memorial Playground and Camp Mattatuck are on the town's list of parks and preserves. The Terryville Lions Fairgrounds is the site of the annual Terryville Country Fair.
The Lock Museum of America charges $5 for adults, and a $3 admission applies to seniors and children 18 and under, and it closes for the winter in November and reopens in May.
Getting around from Plymouth
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 35 min | 24 |
| New Haven | 50 min | 33 |
| Stamford | 86 min | 64 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 139 min | 99 |
| Boston | 159 min | 125 |
| Providence | 135 min | 99 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 60 min | 39 |
Rail stations nearby
- Waterbury 7.8 mi Metro-North
Highways and routes
Route 6 runs along Main Street in Terryville. By car, Hartford is 35 minutes (24 miles) and New Haven 50 minutes (33 miles). Bradley Airport is 60 minutes (39 miles), Stamford 86 minutes, Midtown New York City 139 minutes (99 miles), Providence 135 minutes and Boston 159 minutes.
The nearest rail station in our data is Waterbury, 7.8 miles in a straight line, with Metro-North service.
Schools in Plymouth
4 public schools in Plymouth School District. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 2
- Harry S. Fisher
- Plymouth Center
Middle 1
- Eli Terry Jr.
High school 1
- Terryville High School
Grades, number of students. Hover a school for its address.
For report cards, enrollment trends and spending per student, look up Plymouth School District 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 Plymouth
Open Plymouth in Google Maps →Eat and drink 2
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Italian restaurant and pasta shop making fresh pasta, specialty pizzas, take-out meals and catering.
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Sit-down restaurant serving smokehouse dishes, hot dogs, burgers, wings, poutine and American comfort food, opened in 2025.
Things to do and see 1
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Museum of locks, keys, handcuffs and door hardware in the former Plymouth town hall, with Eagle Lock Company pieces.
Parks, preserves and trails 6
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.
Plymouth housing market
Over the last 12 months, 154 homes sold in Plymouth with a median sale price of $350,000 and a median of 11 days on market. There are 29 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $224 per square foot. The typical home sold for 101% of its list price, and the median sale price is up 8% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 2.3 months.
Plymouth's town-wide property tax rate is 28.73 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $7,000 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 Plymouth
What is the median home price in Plymouth, CT?
The median sale price in Plymouth is $350,000, based on 154 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in Plymouth, CT?
Plymouth's town-wide property tax rate is 28.73 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $7,000 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is Plymouth, CT from Hartford?
Plymouth is about 24 miles and a 35-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is Plymouth, CT from New York City?
Plymouth is about 99 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 139-minute drive without traffic.
Is there a train station in Plymouth, CT?
The closest passenger rail station we have on record is Waterbury (Metro-North) about 7.8 miles from the center of Plymouth. Check the operator's schedule for current service.
What is the population of Plymouth, CT?
Plymouth has about 11,879 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 21.9 square miles.
How many public schools are in Plymouth, CT?
Plymouth has 4 public schools in Plymouth School District. Which school serves an address depends on the district's boundaries, so confirm with the district.
How many homes are for sale in Plymouth, CT?
There are 29 homes for sale in Plymouth right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
What is there to see in Terryville?
The Lock Museum of America at 230 Main Street and the Terryville Waterwheel, which is on the National Register of Historic Places.
How far is Plymouth from Hartford and New Haven?
Hartford is 24 miles and about 35 minutes by car. New Haven is 33 miles and about 50 minutes.
What train station is nearest?
Waterbury, 7.8 miles in a straight line, with Metro-North service.
Which towns border Plymouth?
Thomaston, Bristol, Wolcott, Harwinton, Burlington and Waterbury.
When is the Lock Museum open?
It closes for the winter in November and reopens in May; call 860-480-4408 to schedule a visit.
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