| ZIP Code | 05742 |
|---|---|
| City | East Wallingford |
| State | Vermont (VT) |
| County | Rutland County |
| Area Code | 802 |
| Elevation | 1,708 ft |
| Latitude | 43.420081 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.910801 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 50021 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.4 yrs ↓ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.08 |
| Below Poverty | 6.2% ▼ 38% below avg |
| College Grads | 42.5% ▲ 10% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.5% ▲ 53% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 14 (2.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 131 (24.1%) |
| Some College | 79 (14.5%) |
| Associates | 88 (16.2%) |
| Bachelors | 31 (5.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 200 (36.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $76,250 ≈ Avg ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $276,100 ≈ Avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 374 |
| Vacant Units | 119 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.08 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 374 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 119 |
| Owner Occupied | 92.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 7.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.08 |
ZIP code 05742 is located in East Wallingford, Vermont, within Rutland County. With a population of 785, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.4 years. Economically, 05742 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $76,250 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 05742 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $276,100 is near the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 92.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 22% since 2019.
The population of 05742 is primarily White (100.00%). Residents are well-educated — 42.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.2%. Household income has declined by 3% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 05742 stands at 7.5%, which is significantly above the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 84%.
Overall, ZIP code 05742 in East Wallingford, VT is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 785 residents, a median household income of $76,250, and a median home value of $276,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Vermont.