| ZIP Code | 05355 |
|---|---|
| City | Wardsboro |
| State | Vermont (VT) |
| County | Windham County |
| Area Code | 802 |
| Elevation | 1,809 ft |
| Latitude | 43.019478 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.812148 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 50025 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.86 |
| Below Poverty | 4.7% ▼ 53% below avg |
| College Grads | 41.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 7.1% ▲ 44% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 289 (44.8%) |
| Some College | 46 (7.1%) |
| Associates | 44 (6.8%) |
| Bachelors | 59 (9.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 207 (32.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $76,406 ≈ Avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $278,800 ≈ Avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,250/mo ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 743 |
| Vacant Units | 440 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.86 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 743 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 440 |
| Owner Occupied | 96.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 3.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.86 |
ZIP code 05355 is located in Wardsboro, Vermont, within Windham County. With a population of 868, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51.2 years. Economically, 05355 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $76,406 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 05355 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $278,800 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,250 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 96.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 05355 is primarily White (100.00%). Residents are well-educated — 41.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.7%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 05355 stands at 7.1%, which is above the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 05355 in Wardsboro, VT is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 868 residents, a median household income of $76,406, and a median home value of $278,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Vermont.