| ZIP Code | 05486 |
|---|---|
| City | South Hero |
| State | Vermont (VT) |
| County | Grand Isle County |
| Area Code | 802 |
| Elevation | 106 ft |
| Latitude | 44.627092 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.309226 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 50013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.7 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 2.0% ▼ 80% below avg |
| College Grads | 65.8% ▲ 70% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.3% ▲ 29% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 220 (19.2%) |
| Some College | 67 (5.9%) |
| Associates | 104 (9.1%) |
| Bachelors | 88 (7.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 665 (58.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $133,750 ▲ 75% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $508,200 ▲ 82% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,717/mo ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,023 |
| Vacant Units | 416 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,023 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 416 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
ZIP code 05486 is located in South Hero, Vermont, within Grand Isle County. With a population of 1,536, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 50.7 years. Economically, 05486 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $133,750 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 05486 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $508,200 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,717 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 05486 is primarily White (90.56%). Residents are highly educated — 65.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.0%. Household income has grown by 42% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 05486 stands at 6.3%, which is above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 27% — 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 60%.
Overall, ZIP code 05486 in South Hero, VT is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,536 residents, a median household income of $133,750, and a median home value of $508,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Vermont.