| ZIP Code | 05043 |
|---|---|
| City | East Thetford |
| State | Vermont (VT) |
| County | Orange County |
| Area Code | 802 |
| Elevation | 703 ft |
| Latitude | 43.805933 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.212129 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 50017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.21 |
| Below Poverty | 4.5% ▼ 55% below avg |
| College Grads | 55.0% ▲ 42% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 10% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 196 (29.4%) |
| Some College | 45 (6.7%) |
| Associates | 59 (8.8%) |
| Bachelors | 38 (5.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 329 (49.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $79,107 ≈ Avg ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $265,300 ≈ Avg ↓ 2% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,154/mo ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 490 |
| Vacant Units | 43 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 490 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 43 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
ZIP code 05043 is located in East Thetford, Vermont, within Orange County. With a population of 986, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.2 years. Economically, 05043 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $79,107 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 05043 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $265,300 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,154 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have decreased by 2% since 2019.
The population of 05043 is primarily White (89.55%). Residents are well-educated — 55.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.5%. Household income has declined by 2% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 05043 stands at 4.4%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 05043 in East Thetford, VT is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 986 residents, a median household income of $79,107, and a median home value of $265,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Vermont.