Waterford, Connecticut
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | +11.6% |
| 2008 | +19.2% |
| 2012 | +15.4% |
| 2016 | +3.8% |
| 2020 | +14.4% |
| 2024 | +10.4% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | 54.3%Harris1,021 | 43.9%Trump825 | 1.8% | D+10.4 | R+3.9 | D+11.9 | 1,880 | |
| D | 55.8%Biden1,014 | 41.4%Trump753 | 2.8% | D+14.4 | D+10.5 | D+9.9 | 1,818 | |
| D | 48.9%Clinton764 | 45.1%Trump704 | 6.0% | D+3.8 | R+11.6 | D+1.8 | 1,561 | |
| D | 56.9%Obama828 | 41.5%Romney604 | 1.6% | D+15.4 | R+3.8 | D+11.5 | 1,455 | |
| D | 59.0%Obama979 | 39.8%McCain660 | 1.3% | D+19.2 | D+7.6 | D+11.9 | 1,660 | |
| D | 54.7%Kerry862 | 43.1%Bush679 | 2.3% | D+11.6 | — | D+14.1 | 1,577 |
Waterford sits in New England. In 2024 it voted Democratic.
Across the recorded series it reached a Democratic high of 19.2 points in 2008. Between 2020 and 2024 the city moved 3.9 points toward the Republican candidate; the 2024 margin was 10.4 points.
A population of 3,304, a 75% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $73,156 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Waterford, Connecticut vote in 2024?
In 2024, Waterford, Connecticut voted Democratic by 10.4 points (D+10.4), carried by the Democratic candidate. Out of 1,880 votes cast, 1,021 went Democratic and 825 went Republican.
How many people live in Waterford, Connecticut?
Waterford, Connecticut has a population of 3,304 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Waterford, Connecticut?
Median household income in Waterford, Connecticut is $73,156 — below the national median of $80,734. The Connecticut state median is $95,781.
What is the political history of Waterford, Connecticut?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Waterford, Connecticut from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 6 went Democratic and 0 went Republican.