Kent, CT is a small town located in the Northwest corner of Connecticut. According to the latest census data, Kent's population is 2,970, with a population density of 57 people per square mile. Although it is a small town, there are a variety of businesses and organizations that contribute to the local culture and economy. For example, locally owned businesses such as The Fife & Drum Restaurant and Inn provide excellent dining for visitors and locals alike. Also, Kent’s active outdoor activities include sky diving at Skydive Danielson and biking along the Appalachian Trail. There are also plenty of cultural activities like the Sharon Audubon Center which provides education outreach on local ecology and conservation efforts. Lastly, Kent has plenty of sports teams including minor league baseball team the Connecticut Tigers who play at Thomas J. Dodd Stadium during the summer months. All these aspects make Kent an ideal destination for anyone looking for quality entertainment or just an enjoyable weekend getaway.
The population in Kent is 2,970. There are 61 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Kent is 56.2, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Kent is 2.4, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Kent
- 49.6% are married
- 12.7% are divorced
- 36.0% are married with children
- 5.8% have children, but are single
Race in Kent
- 85.6% are White
- 6.8% are Black
- 2.1% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.6% claim Other
- 2.5% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 2.5% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander