Thompson is a town located in Windham 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 46.9 square miles (121.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 584 ft. With a population of approximately 8,878 residents, Thompson offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 49.98% males and 50.02% females, and it has a population density of 189.30 people per square mile (73.09/km²). Thompson lies at a latitude of 41.98 and a longitude of -71.88, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (14.1%), German (0%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 06277.