Barkhamsted is a town located in Litchfield County, in the state of Connecticut (CT), United States. Nestled in the New England division of the North-east region, it covers an area of 36.2 square miles (94.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 1060 ft. With a population of approximately 3,494 residents, Barkhamsted offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 50.31% males and 49.69% females, and it has a population density of 96.52 people per square mile (37.27/km²). Barkhamsted lies at a latitude of 41.93 and a longitude of -72.98, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (20.2%), German (14.9%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 06059.