Kent 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 48.5 square miles (126.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 397 ft. With a population of approximately 2,858 residents, Kent offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 48.43% males and 51.57% females, and it has a population density of 58.93 people per square mile (22.75/km²). Kent lies at a latitude of 41.72 and a longitude of -73.45, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (23.7%), German (17.3%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 06757.