Pawcatuck is a cdp located in New London 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 3.7 square miles (10.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 45 ft. With a population of approximately 5,474 residents, Pawcatuck offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 47.46% males and 52.54% females, and it has a population density of 479.46 people per square mile (571.22/km²). Pawcatuck lies at a latitude of 41.37 and a longitude of -71.84, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (14.6%), German (10.9%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 06379.