Monroe is a town located in Fairfield 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 26.1 square miles (68.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 645 ft. With a population of approximately 19,247 residents, Monroe offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 49.11% males and 50.89% females, and it has a population density of 737.43 people per square mile (284.72/km²). Monroe lies at a latitude of 41.34 and a longitude of -73.22, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (9.4%), German (14.6%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 06468.