Prospect 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 14.3 square miles (37.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 852 ft. With a population of approximately 8,707 residents, Prospect offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 48.87% males and 51.13% females, and it has a population density of 608.88 people per square mile (235.09/km²). Prospect lies at a latitude of 41.5 and a longitude of -72.98, 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 (11.1%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 06712.