| ZIP Code | 05356 |
|---|---|
| City | West Dover |
| State | Vermont (VT) |
| County | Windham County |
| Area Code | 802 |
| Elevation | 2,057 ft |
| Latitude | 42.975906 |
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| Longitude | -72.864609 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 50025 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 53.6 yrs ↓ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.69 |
| Below Poverty | 8.4% ▼ 16% below avg |
| College Grads | 57.7% ▲ 49% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 38% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 105 (22%) |
| Some College | 53 (11.1%) |
| Associates | 43 (9%) |
| Bachelors | 43 (9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 232 (48.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,273 ▼ 25% below avg ↑ 8% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $325,700 ▲ 17% above avg ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 2,619 |
| Vacant Units | 2,275 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.69 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,619 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,275 |
| Owner Occupied | 85.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 14.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.69 |
ZIP code 05356 is located in West Dover, Vermont, within Windham County. With a population of 581, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 53.6 years. Economically, 05356 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $57,273 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 05356 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $325,700 is above the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 85.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 13% since 2019.
The population of 05356 is primarily White (90.36%). Residents are well-educated — 57.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.4%. Household income has grown by 8% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 05356 stands at 3.1%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 05356 in West Dover, VT is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 581 residents, a median household income of $57,273, and a median home value of $325,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Vermont.