Town of

Lyme

Connecticut
townlyme.org
480 Hamburg Road, 06371
Phone: (860) 434-7733
First Selectman: Christine Erica Zelek

Sustainable CT Designation: Bronze Certified

Demographics

Population2,421
Median Household Income (2022)$112,910
Per Capita Income (2022)$86,209
Owner-occupied Housing Unit Rate74.85%
Median Home Value (2023)$583,500
Median Rent (2023)$1,524
Total Households (2025)$970

Municipal Finances

Total Net Grand List (2023)$711,477,004
Equalized Net Grand List (ENGL) 2022$1,052,251,899
Adjusted Equalized Net Grand List per Capita$256,677.09
Mill Rate-Real and Personal Property(FY 2025)14.50
Mill Rate-Motor Vehicles14.50
Net Real Property Levy (FY25)$9,560,516.46
Net Personal Property Levy (2025)$238,858.94
Net Motor Vehicle Levy (2025)$480,155.56
Total Tax Levy$10,279,530.96
Tiered PILOT$14,280.25
Mashantucket Pequot & Mohegan Fund Grant$1,997
Town Aid Road$179,788.52
Local Capital Improvement (LoCIP)$38,456
Education Cost Sharing$254,340
Total State Grants$488,861.77
Tax Exempt Property as % of 2022 Grand List6.40%

Governance

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

Town Hall

Wants you To KNOW

Lyme is a picturesque community along the Connecticut River, known for its rolling hills, protected open space, and historic charm. The town’s commitment to conservation and rural character offers residents a peaceful and scenic environment.

Geography

CountyNew London
Council of Government (COG)Lower Connecticut River Valley Council of Governments (RiverCOG)
Area (sq. miles)34.5 mi²
Public Roads-Town40.59

Representation

US Congressional District2
State Senate Districts33
State House23
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