| ZIP Code | 05602 |
|---|---|
| City | Montpelier |
| State | Vermont (VT) |
| County | Washington County |
| Area Code | 802 |
| Elevation | 1,069 ft |
| Latitude | 44.29264 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.624688 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 50023 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.19 |
| Below Poverty | 6.7% ▼ 33% below avg |
| College Grads | 66.8% ▲ 72% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.8% ▼ 43% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 31 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,646 (18%) |
| Some College | 593 (6.5%) |
| Associates | 766 (8.4%) |
| Bachelors | 514 (5.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,582 (61.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $81,552 ≈ Avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $341,700 ▲ 23% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,184/mo ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,961 |
| Vacant Units | 366 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,961 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 366 |
| Owner Occupied | 67.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 32.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
ZIP code 05602 is located in Montpelier, Vermont, within Washington County. With a population of 12,491, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.2 years. Economically, 05602 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $81,552 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 05602 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $341,700 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,184 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 67.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 05602 is primarily White (89.11%). Residents are highly educated — 66.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.7%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 05602 stands at 2.8%, 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 62%.
Overall, ZIP code 05602 in Montpelier, VT is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 12,491 residents, a median household income of $81,552, and a median home value of $341,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Vermont.