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Connecticut District 1

Congressional District in CT • 3 Counties

Connecticut's 1st congressional district is represented by John Larson, a Democratic U.S. representative. Larson won the 2024 general election with 59.9% of the vote. The district has 721,392 residents, a median household income of $87,708 and a median age of 40.3, according to the Census Bureau's 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

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John Larson

Representative for Connecticut District 1
Democratic27 years in office
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2026 election

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District Boundaries

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Demographics

721,392

Total Population

$87,708

Median Household Income

40.3

Median Age

22.1%

College Educated

10.9%

Poverty Rate

Racial & Ethnic Composition

59.7% Whi
15.5% Bla
18.9% His
6.0% Asi

Age Distribution

Median age: 40.3 years | Source: Census ACS 5-Year

Household Income Distribution

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Median household income: $87,708

Racial & Ethnic Composition

2024 Election Results

John Larson Democratic59.9%
Jim Griffin Republican34.8%
Mary L. Sanders Other2.0%

John Larson won by 25.0%

330,482 total votes cast

Source: MIT Election Data + Science Lab (MEDSL)

Employment by Occupation

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Federal Spending

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Quick Facts

Representative

John Larson

Major Counties

Hartford, Middlesex, Litchfield

Major Cities

Hartford, New Britain, West Hartford

Neighboring Districts

Sources and method

· ACS 2020–2024 5-year estimates

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who represents Connecticut District 1?
John Larson (Democrat) currently represents Connecticut District 1 in the U.S. House of Representatives.
What counties are in Connecticut District 1?
Connecticut District 1 includes 3 counties: Hartford, Middlesex, Litchfield.
What are the major cities in Connecticut District 1?
The major cities in this district include Hartford, New Britain, West Hartford.
What is the population of Connecticut District 1?
Connecticut District 1 has a population of approximately 721,392 residents.