| ZIP Code | 05343 |
|---|---|
| City | Jamaica |
| State | Vermont (VT) |
| County | Windham County |
| Area Code | 802 |
| Elevation | 1,758 ft |
| Latitude | 43.102673 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.820311 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 50025 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.17 |
| Below Poverty | 8.8% ▼ 12% below avg |
| College Grads | 49.9% ▲ 29% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 14% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 4 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 204 (28.2%) |
| Some College | 39 (5.4%) |
| Associates | 116 (16%) |
| Bachelors | 70 (9.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 291 (40.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $75,921 ≈ Avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $289,000 ≈ Avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,083/mo ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,227 |
| Vacant Units | 765 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.17 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,227 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 765 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.17 |
ZIP code 05343 is located in Jamaica, Vermont, within Windham County. With a population of 1,003, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.4 years. Economically, 05343 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $75,921 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 05343 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $289,000 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,083 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 88.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 24% since 2019.
The population of 05343 is primarily White (99.00%). Residents are well-educated — 49.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.8%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 05343 stands at 4.2%, which is near the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 05343 in Jamaica, VT is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,003 residents, a median household income of $75,921, and a median home value of $289,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Vermont.