Сonnecticut County Maps: Interactive History & Complete List

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County Map of Connecticut
Map of Connecticut county boundaries and county seats.

Maps of Connecticut are a vital part of family history research, particularly if you live far from where your ancestor resided.

Because Connecticut’s political boundaries have frequently changed over the years, historic maps are an excellent way to find out the precise location of your ancestor’s hometown, what land they owned, who their neighbors happened to be and much more besides.

Maps of Connecticut are an exceptional tool for getting started with your research, given that they provide accurate information and facts instantly and present them in a clear and easily understandable format.

Connecticut’s 10 largest cities are Bridgeport, New Haven, Hartford, Stamford, Waterbury, Norwalk, Danbury, New Britain, Meriden, and Bristol.

Learn more historical facts about Connecticut counties here.

Interactive Map of Connecticut County Formation History

AniMap Plus 3.0, with the permission of the Goldbug Company

List of Every Connecticut County

Fairfield County

Established in 1666, Fairfield County is located in the southwestern part of the state and is the most populous county with a population of over 943,000.

Hartford County

Founded in 1666, Hartford County is located in north-central Connecticut and has over 892,000 residents. The capital city of Hartford sits within this county.

Litchfield County

Litchfield County is situated in northwestern Connecticut and was established in 1719. It is home to over 182,000 people.

Middlesex County

Established in 1785, Middlesex County is located in the central part of Connecticut and has a population of over 162,000.

New Haven County

Founded in 1666, New Haven County is located in the southern part of the state and has over 854,000 residents. The city of New Haven sits within this county.

New London County

New London County is situated in the southeastern part of Connecticut and was established in 1666. It has a population of over 269,000.

Tolland County

Founded in 1785, Tolland County is located in the northeastern part of Connecticut and is home to over 151,000 people.

Windham County

Established in 1726, Windham County is situated in the eastern part of the state and has over 116,000 residents.

Old Antique Atlases & Maps of Connecticut

Disclaimer: All Connecticut maps are free to use for your own genealogical purposes and may not be reproduced for resale or distribution.

Source: David Rumsey Historical Map Collection

  • 1776 Provinces of Connecticut, Connecticut and Rhode Island Atlas Map. (Southern section)

    Map of Connecticut – 1776

    1776 Provinces of Connecticut, Connecticut and Rhode Island Atlas Map. (Southern section)

  • 1776 New England Atlas Map

    Map of Connecticut – 1776

    1776 New England Atlas Map

  • 1795 Connecticut Map

    Map of Connecticut – 1795

    1795 Connecticut Map

  • 1804 Connecticut Atlas Map

    Map of Connecticut – 1804

    1804 Connecticut Atlas Map

  • 1814 Atlas Map of Connecticut

    Map of Connecticut – 1814

    1814 Atlas Map of Connecticut

  • 1822 Geographical, Historical, And Statistical Atlas Map Of Connecticut

    Map of Connecticut – 1822

    1822 Geographical, Historical, And Statistical Atlas Map Of Connecticut

  • Map of Connecticut, Connecticut, and Rhode Island Constructed from the Latest Authorities

    Map of Connecticut – 1827

    Map of Connecticut, Connecticut, and Rhode Island Constructed from the Latest Authorities

  • 1836 Connecticut Atlas Map (with) two inset maps Hartford &c. and New Haven &c.

    Map of Connecticut – 1836

    1836 Connecticut Atlas Map (with) two inset maps Hartford &c. and New Haven &c.

  • 1845 Connecticut Atlas Map

    Map of Connecticut – 1845

    1845 Connecticut Atlas Map

  • 1856 Connecticut With Portions Of New York & Rhode Island Atlas Map

    Map of Connecticut – 1856

    1856 Connecticut With Portions Of New York & Rhode Island Atlas Map

  • 1880 County and township map of the states of Connecticut, Connecticut and Rhode Island.

    Map of Connecticut – 1880

    1880 County and township map of the states of Connecticut, Connecticut and Rhode Island.

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