Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 10.6% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 39.1% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 2.9% ▼ 42% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 116 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,316 (37.1%) |
| Some College | 3,555 (11.6%) |
| Associates | 3,519 (11.5%) |
| Bachelors | 3,164 (10.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,854 (29%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $78,749 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $280,306 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,176/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 21,527 |
| Vacant Units | 3,223 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Franklin County is located in Vermont and encompasses 18 ZIP codes spanning 17 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 46,669 residents. With a median age of 40.89, it is a middle-aged county.
Franklin County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $78,748 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.9%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 10.6% is near the national average.
Housing in Franklin County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $280,306 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,176. Homeownership rates are high at 76.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Franklin County are primarily White (92.07%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 39.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Franklin County, VT is a middle-income area in Vermont. The 18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05441 | Bakersfield | 552 | $77,813 | $242,400 | — | 8.3% | 45.9% |
| 05447 | East Berkshire | 123 | $51,250 | $156,300 | — | 0.0% | 32.9% |
| 05448 | East Fairfield | 962 | $79,583 | $247,300 | $1,208 | 2.9% | 51.5% |
| 05450 | Enosburg Falls | 5,357 | $72,991 | $252,800 | $974 | 2.6% | 30.9% |
| 05454 | Fairfax | 5,195 | $118,438 | $361,000 | $1,054 | 2.0% | 59.9% |
| 05455 | Fairfield | 1,296 | $112,712 | $322,400 | — | 2.9% | 42.9% |
| 05457 | Franklin | 1,787 | $101,964 | $245,100 | $871 | 2.0% | 35.0% |
| 05459 | Highgate Center | 2,003 | $79,841 | $266,900 | — | 4.8% | 25.1% |
| 05471 | Montgomery Center | 681 | $50,250 | $279,500 | — | 21.0% | 64.5% |
| 05476 | Richford | 3,217 | $61,944 | $190,300 | $1,172 | 7.9% | 32.1% |
| 05478 | Saint Albans | 16,016 | $70,752 | $297,900 | $1,255 | 1.3% | 41.9% |
| 05483 | Sheldon | 1,584 | $69,848 | $244,400 | $1,750 | 0.0% | 25.4% |
| 05488 | Swanton | 7,896 | $73,140 | $267,200 | $1,186 | 3.0% | 30.5% |