Living in Wolcott, CT
Wolcott is a New Haven County town of 20.39 square miles, the start of the 35-mile Mattatuck Trail, with two historical society museums in former schools.
Wolcott at a glance
- Median sale price
- $389,900+5.7% vs last year 191 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 28.90 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$7,900 median-priced home
- Population
- 16,511 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 20.4 sq mi 810 per sq mi
What it is like in Wolcott
Wolcott is a town in New Haven County with a population of 16,511 and a land area of 20.39 square miles. It borders Waterbury, Southington, Plymouth and Bristol.
The town was founded in 1796 as Farmingbury and was later renamed for Governor Oliver Wolcott. Clockmaker Seth Thomas made his first clock in Wolcott, and Amos Bronson Alcott and his daughter Louisa May Alcott, author of Little Women, lived in town.
The Wolcott Historical Society runs two museums in former schools: the Old Stone Schoolhouse at 155 Nichols Road, built in 1825, and the Center School at 154 Center Street.
The Mattatuck Trail begins in Wolcott and runs 35 miles northwest to Mohawk Mountain in Cornwall, where it joins the Appalachian Trail. Woodtick Recreation Area is town-owned and open to the public. Other places on the town's list include Peterson Park, Wolcott Green, Sunrise Park, Wolcott Dog Park and Russell Preserve.
Farmingbury Hills Golf Course is a 9-hole course on 85 acres atop Southington Mountain. The Historical Society holds an annual garden tour each July.
Getting around from Wolcott
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 37 min | 25 |
| New Haven | 39 min | 25 |
| Stamford | 80 min | 57 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 134 min | 92 |
| Boston | 160 min | 126 |
| Providence | 137 min | 100 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 62 min | 40 |
Rail stations nearby
- Waterbury 4.9 mi Metro-North
Highways and routes
By car, Hartford is 37 minutes (25 miles) and New Haven 39 minutes (25 miles). Bradley Airport is 62 minutes (40 miles), Stamford 80 minutes, Midtown New York City 134 minutes (92 miles), Providence 137 minutes and Boston 160 minutes.
The nearest rail station in our data is Waterbury, 4.9 miles in a straight line, with Metro-North service.
Schools in Wolcott
5 public schools in Wolcott School District. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 3
- Alcott
- Frisbie
- Wakelee
Middle 1
- Tyrrell
High school 1
- Wolcott High School
Grades, number of students. Hover a school for its address.
For report cards, enrollment trends and spending per student, look up Wolcott 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 Wolcott
Open Wolcott in Google Maps →Things to do and see 3
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Wolcott Historical Society museum in a former school building with exhibits on town history.
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Public golf course in Wolcott with a season running from March through November.
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Wolcott Historical Society museum in an 1825 stone schoolhouse set up as an early classroom with farming tools and household items.
Parks, preserves and trails 11
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.
Wolcott housing market
Over the last 12 months, 191 homes sold in Wolcott with a median sale price of $389,900 and a median of 14 days on market. There are 49 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $242 per square foot. The typical home sold for 101% of its list price, and the median sale price is up 5.7% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 3.1 months.
Wolcott's town-wide property tax rate is 28.90 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $7,900 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 Wolcott
What is the median home price in Wolcott, CT?
The median sale price in Wolcott is $389,900, based on 191 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in Wolcott, CT?
Wolcott's town-wide property tax rate is 28.90 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $7,900 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is Wolcott, CT from Hartford?
Wolcott is about 25 miles and a 37-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is Wolcott, CT from New York City?
Wolcott is about 92 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 134-minute drive without traffic.
Is there a train station in Wolcott, CT?
The closest passenger rail station we have on record is Waterbury (Metro-North) about 4.9 miles from the center of Wolcott. Check the operator's schedule for current service.
What is the population of Wolcott, CT?
Wolcott has about 16,511 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 20.4 square miles.
How many public schools are in Wolcott, CT?
Wolcott has 5 public schools in Wolcott 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 Wolcott, CT?
There are 49 homes for sale in Wolcott right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
How far is Wolcott from Hartford and New Haven?
Hartford is 25 miles and about 37 minutes by car. New Haven is 25 miles and about 39 minutes.
What train station is nearest to Wolcott?
Waterbury, 4.9 miles in a straight line, with Metro-North service.
Which towns border Wolcott?
Waterbury, Southington, Plymouth and Bristol.
Where does the Mattatuck Trail start?
In Wolcott. It runs 35 miles northwest to Mohawk Mountain in Cornwall, where it joins the Appalachian Trail.
Where can I learn about Wolcott's history?
The Wolcott Historical Society's Old Stone Schoolhouse at 155 Nichols Road and Center School at 154 Center Street.
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