Wardsboro town, Vermont
Wardsboro town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Wardsboro town is a geographic entity located in Windham County, Vermont. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 854. The land area covers 29.22 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 854 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 51.6 yrs | ±7.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 344 | ±43 | 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 | 806 | ±83 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 344 | ±43 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 462 | ±77 |
| Median Home Value | $299,300 | ±$47,142 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,479 | ±$224 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $62,000 | ±$6,480 |
| Per Capita Income | $36,980 | ±$4,981 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.7% | ±4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 63 | ±35 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.4% | ±3.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 421 | ±104 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.7% | ±8.5% |
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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TOWN OF WARDSBORO
GUS Population: 861 (2024)
ID: 114431
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: SELECTBOARD VICE CHAIRPERSON
PO BOX 48, WARDSBORO VT 05355-0048
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COUNTY OF WINDHAM
GUS Population: 45,627 (2024)
ID: 135929
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: TREASURER
PO BOX 207, NEWFANE VT 05345-0207
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Wardsboro | PK-06 | Wardsboro, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Brattleboro, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Brattleboro, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Brattleboro, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Dorset, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | East Dover, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | East Dummerston, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Londonderry, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Grafton, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Brattleboro, 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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SIT Graduate Institute
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College | 15.0 mi away | 1 Kipling Rd, Brattleboro, VT, 05302-0676 |
8022577751
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WARDSBORO FREE PUBLIC
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Library | 1.6 mi away | 170 MAIN ST., WARDSBORO, VT, 05355 |
(802) 896-6988
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Landmark College
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College | 15.0 mi away | 19 River Rd South, Putney, VT, 05346 |
8023876700
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DOVER FREE
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 22 HOLLAND RD., SUITE 1, EAST DOVER, VT, 05341 |
(802) 348-7488
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Bennington College
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College | 23.1 mi away | One College Drive, Bennington, VT, 05201-6003 |
8024425401
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JAMAICA FREE PUBLIC
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Library | 5.5 mi away | 17 DEPOT ST., JAMAICA, VT, 05343 |
(802) 874-4901
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Keene Beauty Academy
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College Vocational | 24.9 mi away | 800 Park Ave, Keene, NH, 03431 |
6033573736
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TOWNSHEND PUBLIC
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 1971 RTE. 30, TOWNSHEND, VT, 05353 |
(802) 365-4039
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MOORE FREE
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 23 WEST ST., NEWFANE, VT, 05345 |
(802) 365-7948
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WINHALL MEMORIAL
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Library | 9.8 mi away | 2 LOWER TAYLOR HILL RD., BONDVILLE, VT, 05340 |
(802) 297-9741
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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 SUNDERLAND 2, VT US, located 16.9 miles from Wardsboro town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.0° | 11.2° | 21.6° | 3.53" | 18.5" |
| February | 35.0° | 12.2° | 23.6° | 2.82" | 16.4" |
| March | 42.8° | 20.1° | 31.5° | 3.39" | 14.0" |
| April | 56.7° | 31.2° | 44.0° | 3.48" | 4.1" |
| May | 68.7° | 41.7° | 55.2° | 4.10" | 0.0" |
| June | 77.2° | 50.6° | 63.9° | 4.81" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.9° | 55.2° | 68.0° | 4.60" | 0.0" |
| August | 79.3° | 53.5° | 66.4° | 4.30" | 0.0" |
| September | 73.0° | 45.7° | 59.4° | 3.67" | 0.0" |
| October | 59.8° | 35.9° | 47.8° | 4.47" | 0.7" |
| November | 48.4° | 27.6° | 38.0° | 3.31" | 4.1" |
| December | 37.4° | 18.8° | 28.1° | 4.38" | 17.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wardsboro CDP | CDP | 1.7 mi | — |
| Jamaica CDP | CDP | 5.2 mi | — |
| Harmonyville CDP | CDP | 6.9 mi | — |
| Townshend CDP | CDP | 7.0 mi | — |
| Newfane village | Village | 7.8 mi | — |
| Stratton Mountain CDP | CDP | 8.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 5002576225. • 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.