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| Topic | Fact | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,688,496 (July 1, 2025 estimate) | U.S. Census Bureau |
| Room occupancy tax | 15% (11% bed and breakfast), stays up to 30 days | Connecticut DRS (2019 notice) |
| Typical highs (Hartford station) | 85.2°F in July; 35.3°F in January | NOAA 1991–2020 normals |
| Yale museums | Free admission; closed Mondays | Yale |
| Mystic Seaport Museum | Adults $35 | Mystic Seaport Museum |
