Bethlehem 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 19.4 square miles (50.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 861 ft. With a population of approximately 3,422 residents, Bethlehem offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 48.54% males and 51.46% females, and it has a population density of 176.39 people per square mile (68.11/km²). Bethlehem lies at a latitude of 41.63 and a longitude of -73.21, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (12.7%), German (14.9%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 06751.