Hamden 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 32.8 square miles (85.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 101 ft. With a population of approximately 56,913 residents, Hamden offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 45.85% males and 54.15% females, and it has a population density of 735.15 people per square mile (669.95/km²). Hamden lies at a latitude of 41.37 and a longitude of -72.92, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (7.5%), German (8.7%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 06514.