Cheshire 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 32.9 square miles (85.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 262 ft. With a population of approximately 28,543 residents, Cheshire offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 53.24% males and 46.76% females, and it has a population density of 867.57 people per square mile (334.97/km²). Cheshire lies at a latitude of 41.51 and a longitude of -72.9, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (11.7%), German (12.5%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 06410.