Winsted 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 4.7 square miles (12.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 713 ft. With a population of approximately 7,321 residents, Winsted offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 47.36% males and 52.64% females, and it has a population density of 564.32 people per square mile (603.99/km²). Winsted lies at a latitude of 41.92 and a longitude of -73.07, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (12.9%), German (12.3%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 06098.