Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 11.2% ▲ 12% above avg |
| College Grads | 50.8% ▲ 31% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 17% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 82 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,620 (26.6%) |
| Some College | 2,715 (10.9%) |
| Associates | 2,804 (11.3%) |
| Bachelors | 2,266 (9.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,415 (41.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $75,104 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $269,781 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,043/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 20,466 |
| Vacant Units | 6,078 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Bennington County is located in Vermont and encompasses 17 ZIP codes spanning 17 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 36,819 residents. With a median age of 46.66, it is a mature county.
Bennington County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $75,103 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 11.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Bennington County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $269,781 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,043. Homeownership rates are high at 75.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Bennington County are primarily White (91.51%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 50.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Bennington County, VT is a middle-income area in Vermont. The 17 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05250 | Arlington | 3,907 | $81,536 | $276,800 | $1,108 | 5.5% | 57.6% |
| 05201 | Bennington | 14,966 | $60,428 | $206,200 | $1,098 | 4.7% | 44.5% |
| 05340 | Bondville | 764 | $80,000 | $382,100 | $890 | 0.7% | 69.2% |
| 05251 | Dorset | 1,395 | $102,216 | $463,500 | $1,554 | 1.4% | 72.1% |
| 05252 | East Arlington | 638 | $72,813 | $208,800 | $1,401 | 4.7% | 40.7% |
| 05254 | Manchester | 441 | $107,813 | $481,300 | — | 0.0% | 79.8% |
| 05255 | Manchester Center | 4,086 | $97,037 | $393,800 | $695 | 3.5% | 54.9% |
| 05257 | North Bennington | 2,891 | $92,212 | $293,400 | $1,155 | 3.3% | 59.8% |
| 05260 | North Pownal | 416 | $62,222 | $205,900 | — | 0.0% | 69.4% |
| 05152 | Peru | 445 | $122,857 | $444,400 | $1,192 | 0.7% | 72.8% |
| 05261 | Pownal | 2,200 | $63,724 | $231,500 | — | 9.5% | 36.8% |
| 05350 | Readsboro | 799 | $56,379 | $199,500 | $704 | 1.1% | 31.9% |
| 05262 | Shaftsbury | 1,979 | $88,417 | $245,700 | $742 | 0.0% | 52.9% |
| 05352 | Stamford | 895 | $82,000 | $279,300 | $1,208 | 5.6% | 46.1% |
| 05776 | West Rupert | 348 | $53,533 | $267,100 | — | 0.8% | 38.9% |