Town of

Canton

Connecticut
townofcantonct.org
4 Market Street, 06022
Phone: (860) 693-7870
First Selectman: Kevin Witkos
Chief Administrative Officer: Mark Penney

Demographics

Population10,144
Median Household Income (2023)117,991
Per Capita Income (2023)$70,565
Owner-occupied Housing Unit Rate82.70%
Median Home Value (2023)399,900
Median Rent (2023)1,397
Total Households (2025)4,218

Municipal Finances

Total Net Grand List (2025)$1,315,605,822
Equalized Net Grand List (ENGL) 2022$2,621,418,530
Adjusted Equalized Net Grand List per Capita$108,246.44
Mill Rate-Real and Personal Property(FY 2025)33.50
Mill Rate-MV (FY 2026)32.46
Net Real Property Levy (FY25)$38,098,670.52
Net Personal Property Levy (2025)$2,522,779.40
Net Motor Vehicle Levy (2025)$3,435,082.68
Total Tax Levy$44,056,532.60
Tiered PILOT$11,066.16
Motor Vehicle Tax Reimbursement$128,624.51
Supplemental Revenue Sharing$105,432
Town Aid Road$339,192.18
Local Capital Improvement (LoCIP)$102299.85
Municipal Grants-in-Aid$7,994
Education Cost Sharing$4,068,515
Adult Education$5,449
Special Education and Expansion Development (SEED)$42187.03
Total State Grants$4,897,762.22
Tax Exempt Property as % of 2022 Grand List7.20%

Governance

Form of GovernmentSelectman-Town Meeting
CEO Term Length4
Take Office Date2
Town Hall of Canton

Town Hall

Wants you To KNOW

Canton is a vibrant community in the Farmington Valley known for its mix of historic charm and scenic beauty. With a thriving village center, outdoor recreation along the Farmington River, and a strong sense of local pride, Canton offers a high quality of life for residents and visitors.

Geography

CountyHARTFORD
Council of Government (COG)Capitol Region Council of Governments (CRCOG)
Area (sq. miles)25
Public Roads-Town72.62

Representation

US Congressional District5
State Senate Districts8
State House17
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