Branford 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 22.0 square miles (57.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 49 ft. With a population of approximately 28,683 residents, Branford offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 47.05% males and 52.95% females, and it has a population density of 303.77 people per square mile (503.39/km²). Branford lies at a latitude of 41.28 and a longitude of -72.81, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (12.4%), German (11.4%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 06405.