Wolcott 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 20.4 square miles (53.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 682 ft. With a population of approximately 15,215 residents, Wolcott offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 48.71% males and 51.29% females, and it has a population density of 745.83 people per square mile (287.97/km²). Wolcott lies at a latitude of 41.59 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 (8.5%), German (10.7%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 06716.