Preston is a cdp 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 7.4 square miles (19.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 660 ft. With a population of approximately 1,110 residents, Preston offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 50.54% males and 49.46% females, and it has a population density of 150.20 people per square mile (57.99/km²). Preston lies at a latitude of 41.68 and a longitude of -73.36, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (11%), followed by English (28.7%), German (13.9%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 06777.