Town of

Branford

Connecticut
branford-ct.gov
1019 Main Street, 06405
Phone: (203) 488-8394
First Selectman: Josh Brooks

Sustainable CT Designation: Bronze Certified

Demographics

Population28,217
Median Household Income (2023)105,225
Per Capita Income (2023)$71,025
Owner-occupied Housing Unit Rate61.11%
Median Home Value (2023)388,300
Median Rent (2023)1,529
Total Households (2025)13,103

Municipal Finances

Total Net Grand List (2025)$5,725,554,166
Equalized Net Grand List (ENGL) 2022$8,180,060,952
Adjusted Equalized Net Grand List per Capita$129,788.94
Mill Rate-Real and Personal Property(FY 2025)21.40
Mill Rate-MV (FY 2026)21.40
Net Real Property Levy (FY25)$110,985,893.40
Net Personal Property Levy (2025)$5,148,855.98
Net Motor Vehicle Levy (2025)$6,116,929.15
Total Tax Levy$122,251,678.50
Tiered PILOT$117,196.00
Town Aid Road$529,758.87
Local Capital Improvement (LoCIP)$227125.54
Municipal Grants-in-Aid$374,850
Education Cost Sharing$3,772,866
Adult Education$20,043
Special Education and Expansion Development (SEED)$22215.57
Total State Grants$5,385,479.67
Tax Exempt Property as % of 2022 Grand List7.80%

Governance

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

Town Hall

Wants you To KNOW

Branford is a vibrant shoreline community known for its coastal charm, historic town center, and scenic harbor. With lively shops, restaurants, and outdoor recreation along Long Island Sound, it balances small-town appeal with a strong quality of life.

Geography

CountyNEWHAVEN
Council of Government (COG)South Central Regional Council of Governments (SRCOG)
Area (sq. miles)28
Public Roads-Town107.75

Representation

US Congressional District3
State Senate Districts12
State House98
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