| ZIP Code | 05905 |
|---|---|
| City | Guildhall |
| State | Vermont (VT) |
| County | Essex County |
| Area Code | 802 |
| Elevation | 1,006 ft |
| Latitude | 44.702779 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.677771 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 50009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 52.4 yrs ↓ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.14 |
| Below Poverty | 10.1% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 44.4% ▲ 15% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.0% ▼ 60% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 210 (30.3%) |
| Some College | 58 (8.4%) |
| Associates | 116 (16.7%) |
| Bachelors | 93 (13.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 215 (31%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $83,000 ▲ 9% above avg ↑ 66% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $242,900 ▼ 13% below avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $775/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 877 |
| Vacant Units | 419 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.14 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 877 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 419 |
| Owner Occupied | 91.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 8.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.14 |
ZIP code 05905 is located in Guildhall, Vermont, within Essex County. With a population of 982, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 52.4 years. Economically, 05905 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $83,000 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 05905 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $242,900 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $775 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 91.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.
The population of 05905 is primarily White (95.52%). Residents are well-educated — 44.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.1%. Household income has grown by 66% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 05905 stands at 2.0%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 05905 in Guildhall, VT is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 982 residents, a median household income of $83,000, and a median home value of $242,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Vermont.