Connecticut

Capital Hartford
Area 5,018 sq mi
12,997 sq km
Population
(2000 census) 3,405,565
Major Cities
(2000 census) Bridgeport (139,529), New Haven (123,626),
Hartford (121,578), Stamford (117,083),
Waterbury (107,271)
Major Rivers Connecticut, Housatonic, Thames, Naugatuck, Quinebaug
Highest Point Mt. Frissell on south slope at state line
2,380 feet
725 meters
Industry transportation equipment, machinery, electrical equipment, fabricated metal products, chemicals, scientific instruments
Agriculture greenhouse and nursery products, eggs, milk
Minerals and Resources crushed stone, construction sand and gravel