Bolton town, Vermont
Bolton town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Bolton town is a geographic entity located in Chittenden County, Vermont. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,277. The land area covers 41.76 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,277 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 36.3 yrs | ±1.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 548 | ±103 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 676 | ±104 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 548 | ±103 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 128 | ±62 |
| Median Home Value | $311,600 | ±$42,194 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,299 | ±$273 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $111,125 | ±$17,013 |
| Per Capita Income | $57,165 | ±$7,616 |
| Poverty Rate | 2.9% | ±2.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 34 | ±26 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.1% | ±1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 874 | ±162 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96% | ±25.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 1,292 (2024)
ID: 176589
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWN CLERK TREASURER
3045 THEODORE ROOSEVELT HWY, WATERBURY VT 05676-9203
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GUS Population: 170,851 (2024)
ID: 135927
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
PO BOX 187, BURLINGTON VT 05402-0187
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Bolton | PK-04 | Bolton, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Essex Junction, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Huntington, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Waterbury, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Jericho, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Richmond, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | South Burlington, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Hinesburg, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Duxbury, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Essex Junction, VT |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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O'Briens Aveda Institute
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College Vocational | 11.6 mi away | 400 Cornerstone Dr 220, Williston, VT, 05495 |
8028767044
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RICHMOND FREE
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Library | 5.8 mi away | 201 BRIDGE ST., RICHMOND, VT, 05477 |
(802) 434-3036
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Advanced Welding Institute
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College Vocational | 13.5 mi away | 2 Green Tree Dr Suite 3, South Burlington, VT, 05403 |
8026600600
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JERICHO TOWN
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Library | 6.7 mi away | 7 JERICHO CENTER CIRCLE, JERICHO CENTER, VT, 05465 |
(802) 899-4686
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Saint Michael's College
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College | 15.7 mi away | One Winooski Park, Colchester, VT, 05439 |
8026542000
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WATERBURY PUBLIC
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 28 N. MAIN ST., WATERBURY, VT, 05676 |
(802) 244-7036
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University of Vermont
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College | 16.6 mi away | 85 S Prospect St, Burlington, VT, 05405-0160 |
8026563131
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HUNTINGTON PUBLIC
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 2156 MAIN RD., HUNTINGTON, VT, 05462 |
(802) 434-4583
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Champlain College
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College | 16.8 mi away | 163 S Willard St, Burlington, VT, 05401 |
8028602700
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DEBORAH RAWSON MEMORIAL
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Library | 8.9 mi away | 8 RIVER RD., JERICHO, VT, 05465 |
(802) 899-4962
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at MT MANSFIELD, VT US, located 9.2 miles from Bolton town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21.1° | 5.7° | 13.4° | 5.62" | 40.9" |
| February | 22.7° | 7.3° | 15.0° | 5.26" | 44.6" |
| March | 30.2° | 15.6° | 22.9° | 5.88" | 38.7" |
| April | 42.6° | 27.5° | 35.0° | 6.31" | 21.4" |
| May | 57.0° | 40.8° | 48.9° | 6.88" | 5.5" |
| June | 65.3° | 50.3° | 57.8° | 7.86" | 0.0" |
| July | 69.0° | 55.4° | 62.2° | 7.31" | 0.0" |
| August | 67.6° | 54.2° | 60.9° | 6.89" | 0.0" |
| September | 61.1° | 47.3° | 54.2° | 7.26" | 0.1" |
| October | 47.7° | 35.1° | 41.4° | 7.63" | 10.1" |
| November | 36.2° | 23.4° | 29.8° | 6.68" | 30.4" |
| December | 26.6° | 12.9° | 19.8° | 7.51" | 43.2" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton Valley CDP | CDP | 1.5 mi | — |
| Bolton CDP | CDP | 1.8 mi | — |
| Richmond CDP | CDP | 6.1 mi | — |
| Jericho Center CDP | CDP | 6.8 mi | — |
| Huntington CDP | CDP | 7.5 mi | — |
| Underhill Center CDP | CDP | 7.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5000706550. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.