| ZIP Code | 05252 |
|---|---|
| City | East Arlington |
| State | Vermont (VT) |
| County | Bennington County |
| Area Code | 802 |
| Elevation | 2,497 ft |
| Latitude | 43.081946 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.066773 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 50003 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 25.9 yrs ↓ 50% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.47 |
| Below Poverty | 6.1% ▼ 39% below avg |
| College Grads | 40.7% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 5 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 90 (26.9%) |
| Some College | 67 (20.1%) |
| Associates | 36 (10.8%) |
| Bachelors | 22 (6.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 114 (34.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $72,813 ≈ Avg ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $208,800 ▼ 25% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,401/mo |
| Total Units | 221 |
| Vacant Units | 37 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.47 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 221 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 37 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.47 |
ZIP code 05252 is located in East Arlington, Vermont, within Bennington County. With a population of 638, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 25.9 years. Economically, 05252 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $72,813 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 05252 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $208,800 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,401 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 24% since 2019.
The population of 05252 is primarily White (85.58%). Residents are well-educated — 40.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.1%. Household income has grown by 6% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 05252 stands at 4.7%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 59%.
Overall, ZIP code 05252 in East Arlington, VT is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 638 residents, a median household income of $72,813, and a median home value of $208,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Vermont.