| ZIP Code | 05353 |
|---|---|
| City | Townshend |
| State | Vermont (VT) |
| County | Windham County |
| Area Code | 802 |
| Elevation | 1,282 ft |
| Latitude | 43.069273 |
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| Longitude | -72.68046 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 50025 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 57.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 5.6% ▼ 44% below avg |
| College Grads | 52.0% ▲ 34% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.0% ▼ 38% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 6 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 302 (29.3%) |
| Some College | 55 (5.3%) |
| Associates | 131 (12.7%) |
| Bachelors | 45 (4.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 491 (47.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $80,833 ≈ Avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $257,900 ≈ Avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,181/mo ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 719 |
| Vacant Units | 193 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 719 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 193 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
ZIP code 05353 is located in Townshend, Vermont, within Windham County. With a population of 1,358, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 57.2 years. Economically, 05353 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $80,833 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 05353 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $257,900 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,181 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.
The population of 05353 is primarily White (93.67%). Residents are well-educated — 52.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.6%. Household income has grown by 43% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 05353 stands at 3.0%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 30% — 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 55%.
Overall, ZIP code 05353 in Townshend, VT is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,358 residents, a median household income of $80,833, and a median home value of $257,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Vermont.