| ZIP Code | 05346 |
|---|---|
| City | Putney |
| State | Vermont (VT) |
| County | Windham County |
| Area Code | 802 |
| Elevation | 897 ft |
| Latitude | 43.03772 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.536529 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 50025 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.23 |
| Below Poverty | 11.2% ▲ 12% above avg |
| College Grads | 55.7% ▲ 44% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 14 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 841 (23.7%) |
| Some College | 316 (8.9%) |
| Associates | 401 (11.3%) |
| Bachelors | 314 (8.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,662 (46.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $75,541 ≈ Avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $289,000 ≈ Avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $851/mo ↓ 11% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,361 |
| Vacant Units | 297 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,361 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 297 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
ZIP code 05346 is located in Putney, Vermont, within Windham County. With a population of 5,236, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.9 years. Economically, 05346 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $75,541 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 05346 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $289,000 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $851 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 41% since 2019.
The population of 05346 is primarily White (84.26%). Residents are well-educated — 55.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.2%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 05346 stands at 3.8%, which is below the national average. About 23% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 64%.
Overall, ZIP code 05346 in Putney, VT is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,236 residents, a median household income of $75,541, and a median home value of $289,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Vermont.