Town of

Canterbury

Connecticut
canterburyct.org
P.O. Box 27, 06331
Phone: (860) 546-9377
First Selectman: Christopher Lippke

Sustainable CT Designation: Registered Member

Demographics

Population5,222
Median Household Income (2022)$96,121
Per Capita Income (2022)$45,668
Owner-occupied Housing Unit Rate84.43%
Median Home Value (2023)$294,800
Median Rent (2023)$816
Total Households (2025)$2,230

Municipal Finances

Total Net Grand List (2023)$458,698,377
Equalized Net Grand List (ENGL) 2022$814,551,677
Adjusted Equalized Net Grand List per Capita$49,533.28
Mill Rate-Real and Personal Property(FY 2025)16.76
Mill Rate-Motor Vehicles16.76
Net Real Property Levy (FY25)$8,439,963.56
Net Personal Property Levy (2025)$719,438.90
Net Motor Vehicle Levy (2025)$1,349,220.60
Total Tax Levy$10,508,623.06
Tiered PILOT$11,588.50
Supplemental Revenue Sharing$94,624
Mashantucket Pequot & Mohegan Fund Grant$15,208
Town Aid Road$225,090.19
Local Capital Improvement (LoCIP)$79,451
Municipal Grants-in-Aid$2,022
Education Cost Sharing$4,004,835
Adult Education$14,529
Total State Grants$4,447,347.69
Tax Exempt Property as % of 2022 Grand List4.00%

Governance

Form of GovernmentSelectman-Town Meeting
CEO Term Length2
Take Office Date2
Town Hall of Canterbury

Town Hall

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Canterbury boasts rich historical architecture and a vibrant mix of local trades and small industries, from alpaca farms and maple sugaring to garlic farming, raw milk dairies, and premier horse and dog boarding facilities. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy fly fishing and kayaking, while history buffs will be inspired by the Prudence Crandall House, honoring the triumphs and challenges of Connecticut's beloved heroine.

Geography

CountyWindham
Council of Government (COG)Northeastern Connecticut Council of Governments (NECCOG)
Area (sq. miles)40.2 mi²
Public Roads-Town68.43

Representation

US Congressional District2
State Senate Districts29
State House47
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