| ZIP Code | 05663 |
|---|---|
| City | Northfield |
| State | Vermont (VT) |
| County | Washington County |
| Area Code | 802 |
| Elevation | 1,335 ft |
| Latitude | 44.147616 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.691229 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 50023 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.1 yrs ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 12.6% ▲ 26% above avg |
| College Grads | 43.6% ▲ 13% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 51% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 23 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,460 (35%) |
| Some College | 343 (8.2%) |
| Associates | 527 (12.6%) |
| Bachelors | 278 (6.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,543 (37%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $72,132 ≈ Avg ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $260,700 ≈ Avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $988/mo ↑ 11% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,549 |
| Vacant Units | 234 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,549 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 234 |
| Owner Occupied | 73.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 26.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
ZIP code 05663 is located in Northfield, Vermont, within Washington County. With a population of 6,766, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.1 years. Economically, 05663 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $72,132 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 05663 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $260,700 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $988 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 73.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 05663 is primarily White (90.41%). Residents are well-educated — 43.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.6%. Household income has grown by 7% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 05663 stands at 2.4%, which is well below the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 05663 in Northfield, VT is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,766 residents, a median household income of $72,132, and a median home value of $260,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Vermont.