Canaan 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 32.9 square miles (85.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 669 ft. With a population of approximately 1,081 residents, Canaan offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 48.75% males and 51.25% females, and it has a population density of 32.86 people per square mile (12.69/km²). Canaan lies at a latitude of 41.95 and a longitude of -73.33, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (17.1%), German (17.9%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 06018.