Bethany is a town located in New Haven 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 21.0 square miles (54.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 114 ft. With a population of approximately 5,040 residents, Bethany offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 49.88% males and 50.12% females, and it has a population density of 240.00 people per square mile (92.66/km²). Bethany lies at a latitude of 41.42 and a longitude of -73, 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 (13.5%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 06524.