| ZIP Code | 05069 |
|---|---|
| City | South Ryegate |
| State | Vermont (VT) |
| County | Caledonia County |
| Area Code | 802 |
| Elevation | 1,218 ft |
| Latitude | 44.169638 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.142554 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 50005 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 56.8 yrs ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.29 |
| Below Poverty | 12.7% ▲ 27% above avg |
| College Grads | 55.7% ▲ 44% above avg |
| Unemployment | 0.8% ▼ 85% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 5 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 128 (25.1%) |
| Some College | 75 (14.7%) |
| Associates | 18 (3.5%) |
| Bachelors | 24 (4.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 260 (51%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $74,792 ≈ Avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $250,600 ▼ 10% below avg ↑ 64% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 362 |
| Vacant Units | 65 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 362 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 65 |
| Owner Occupied | 93.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 6.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
ZIP code 05069 is located in South Ryegate, Vermont, within Caledonia County. With a population of 679, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 56.8 years. Economically, 05069 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $74,792 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 05069 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $250,600 is near the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 93.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 64% since 2019.
The population of 05069 is primarily White (99.26%). Residents are well-educated — 55.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.7%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 05069 stands at 0.8%, which is well below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 34% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 57%.
Overall, ZIP code 05069 in South Ryegate, VT is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 679 residents, a median household income of $74,792, and a median home value of $250,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Vermont.