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Milford CT
City Hall: 70 West River Street, Milford CT 06460
Main Phone: (203) 783-3200
Online: http://www.ci.milford.ct.us/

Geography & History
Milford CT is located along the Connecticut coastline, just north of Fairfield County. A city of 23 square miles, it is "A Small City with a Big Heart."  February 1, 1639, is the date the area then known as "Wepawaug" was purchased from Ansantawae, chief sachem of the Paugusset Tribe. Settlers began arriving shortly thereafter and began to build the town known as Milford. Townspeople played a part in the development of the United States. Adventurers from Milford reached out and founded several other communities and explored afar.

Three governors of Connecticut called Milford their home. Fort Trumbull was built to provide protection in the late 1700s during the Revolutionary War. Yes, George Washington dined and rested here! During the Civil War, Milford was a stop on the Underground Railroad. Although primarily agrarian, shipbuilding, oystering, small industry and trade on the open seas from the harbor were part of the local economy. The early 1900's brought the leather industry along with the making of boots, hats and shoes. Milford was also famous for carriages, which were sold throughout the centuries.

Population & Demographics
Milford, Connecticut is home to just over 53,000 residents. There are nearly 17,000 single family homes in Milford, representing 76% of the overall housing stock. The median age is 37 and the per capita income is nearly $30,000. View additional demographic detail on the Milford real estate market.

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Economic & Business Climate
Milford has a thriving business community and is home to some of the best known brands in the United States including Subway and Bic. The city welcomes development from a wide range of businesses. The Milford Chamber of Commerce serves the interests of local businesses. Certainly one of the major retail destinations is the Westfield Connecticut Post Milford Mall located just off I-95 and Boston Post Road.

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