| ZIP Code | 05748 |
|---|---|
| City | Hancock |
| State | Vermont (VT) |
| County | Addison County |
| Area Code | 802 |
| Elevation | 2,231 ft |
| Latitude | 43.905404 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.918236 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 50001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.9 yrs ↓ 36% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.24 |
| Below Poverty | 12.8% ▲ 28% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.4% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 114 (42.2%) |
| Some College | 25 (9.3%) |
| Associates | 28 (10.4%) |
| Bachelors | 9 (3.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 92 (34.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $72,336 ≈ Avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $186,600 ▼ 33% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $940/mo ↑ 9% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 254 |
| Vacant Units | 40 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 254 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 40 |
| Owner Occupied | 58.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 41.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
ZIP code 05748 is located in Hancock, Vermont, within Addison County. With a population of 485, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.9 years. Economically, 05748 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $72,336 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 05748 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $186,600 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $940 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (58.9%) and renters (41.1%). Median home values have increased by 19% since 2019.
The population of 05748 is primarily White (93.81%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.8%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 05748 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 60%.
Overall, ZIP code 05748 in Hancock, VT is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 485 residents, a median household income of $72,336, and a median home value of $186,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Vermont.