Tolland County & East of the River

Tolland County is home to beautiful, scenic properties in quiet neighborhoods.

Welcome to Tolland County & East of the River

Peaceful, scenic, and suburban, Tolland County is a lovely place to call home.


Composed of several towns and communities, Tolland County is home to beautiful, scenic properties in quiet neighborhoods. Each town has its own distinct character, and residents love being just a short commute away from Hartford.

What to Love

  • Growing quickly and offering lots of opportunities to residents
  • Scenic views of picturesque nature
  • Suburban vibe
  • There’s something for every age

Local Lifestyle

Tolland County is a quiet, suburban expanse of land that's peppered with small towns. Each community has its own character and charm, along with a variety of unique restaurants and local shops.

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping 

Tolland County has two shopping malls, including The Shoppes at Buckland Hills and The Promenade Shops at Evergreen Walk, located in Manchester and Windsor, respectively. The area is also home to a new Costco, and Whole Foods, along with the upcoming opening of a brand new Shake Shack, which is currently under construction.
 
Outside the mall area, you'll find amazing restaurants throughout, including Rein's New York-Style Deli in Vernon and Willington Pizza House in the town of Willington. Basil's Restaurant serves enormous portions of fresh Italian cuisine in Stafford, and people travel for miles to indulge in their fresh pasta.
 
In Somers, Sonny's Place offers a fun outdoor entertainment space where guests can take part in a variety of fun activities. Similarly, Nomad's Adventure Quest in South Windsor offers all kinds of fun activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Things to Do

Tolland County and the area east of the river are packed with outdoor activities, festivals, and local farmer’s markets. For fresh produce and handmade products, visit the Coventry Farmers Market or the Ellington Farmers Market each week and meet your local farmers and neighbors. 
There are several festivals in Tolland County throughout the year, especially in September. 
 
The Hebron Harvest Fair and the Wapping Fair are fun events for the entire family, where visitors can see farm animals, enjoy carnival food, and listen to live music. The Four Town Fair is another September event that's been named the oldest continuous Agricultural Fair in Connecticut. Somers, East Windsor, Enfield, and Ellington all come together every year to show over 20,000 visitors a fun, festive time.

Although Connecticut is known for its fall foliage, Tolland County also hosts a Strawberry Festival each June. In South Windsor, visitors can enjoy free admission to this sweet spring festival that's been an annual event for over 40 years.

Schools 

Tolland County is home to many nationally recognized schools. Some of them include:

  • University of Connecticut, post-graduate studies
  • Bolton High School, Grades 9 through 12, National Blue Ribbon School
  • Dorothy C. Goodwin School, Preschool to 4th Grade, National Blue Ribbon School
  • E.O. Smith High School, Grades 9 through 12, National Blue Ribbon School
  • George Hersey Robertson School, Grades 3 through 5, National Blue Ribbon School


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Overview for Tolland County & East of the River, CT

14,546 people live in Tolland County & East of the River, where the median age is 41.5 and the average individual income is $58,154. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

14,546

Total Population

41.5 years

Median Age

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$58,154

Average individual Income

Schools in Tolland County & East of the River, CT

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The following schools are within or nearby Tolland County & East of the River. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Demographics and Employment Data for Tolland County & East of the River, CT

Population Households Employment

Tolland County & East of the River has 5,411 households, with an average household size of 2.66. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Tolland County & East of the River do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 14,546 people call Tolland County & East of the River home. The population density is 363 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

14,546

Total Population

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

41.5

Median Age

48.75 / 51.25%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
5,411

Total Households

2.66

Average Household Size

$58,154

Average individual Income

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

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