ZIP Code 05491, Vermont
ZIP Code 05491 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 05491 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Addison County, Vermont. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,767. The land area covers 87.55 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,767 | ±307 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 47.5 yrs | ±3.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,448 | ±166 | 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 | 2,979 | ±182 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,448 | ±166 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 531 | ±113 |
| Median Home Value | $337,400 | ±$15,921 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,141 | ±$144 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $87,917 | ±$9,627 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,392 | ±$1,967 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.2% | ±2.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 413 | ±121 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.4% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 3,133 | ±247 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.1% | ±8.7% |
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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COUNTY OF ADDISON
GUS Population: 38,047 (2024)
ID: 176533
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADDISON COUNTY COURT TREASURER
ADDISON COUNTY COURT, 7 MAHADY CT, MIDDLEBURY VT 05753-6014
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | New Haven, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Cornwall, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Bridport, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Bristol, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | CROWN POINT, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Charlotte, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ferrisburgh, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Hinesburg, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | WESTPORT, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | PORT HENRY, NY |
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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Middlebury College
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College | 10.7 mi away | Old Chapel, Middlebury, VT, 05753 |
8024435000
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BIXBY MEMORIAL
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 258 MAIN ST., VERGENNES, VT, 05491 |
(802) 877-2211
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WESTPORT LIBRARY ASSOCIATION
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 6 HARRIS LANE, WESTPORT, NY, 12993 |
(518) 962-8219
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SHERMAN FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 20 CHURCH STREET, PORT HENRY, NY, 12974 |
(518) 546-7461
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NEW HAVEN COMMUNITY
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Library | 8.6 mi away | 78 NORTH ST., SUITE 2, NEW HAVEN, VT, 05472 |
(802) 453-4015
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WADHAMS FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 10.1 mi away | 763 NYS ROUTE 22, WADHAMS, NY, 12993 |
(518) 962-8717
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ILSLEY PUBLIC
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 75 MAIN ST., MIDDLEBURY, VT, 05753 |
(802) 388-4095
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LAWRENCE MEMORIAL
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Library | 12.4 mi away | 40 NORTH ST., BRISTOL, VT, 05443 |
(802) 453-2366
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CORNWALL FREE PUBLIC
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Library | 12.4 mi away | 2629 RTE. 30, CORNWALL, VT, 05753 |
(802) 462-3615
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HAMMOND LIBRARY OF CROWN POINT
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 2732 MAIN STREET, CROWN POINT, NY, 12928 |
(518) 597-3616
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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 CORNWALL, VT US, located 12.6 miles from ZCTA5 05491. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27.1° | 9.2° | 18.2° | 2.55" | 13.3" |
| February | 30.3° | 10.3° | 20.3° | 2.07" | 13.3" |
| March | 39.5° | 20.1° | 29.8° | 2.42" | 11.9" |
| April | 53.6° | 32.7° | 43.2° | 3.35" | 2.6" |
| May | 67.0° | 45.0° | 56.0° | 3.37" | 0.0" |
| June | 75.5° | 54.5° | 65.0° | 4.21" | 0.0" |
| July | 80.4° | 59.6° | 70.0° | 4.09" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.6° | 57.0° | 67.8° | 3.53" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.3° | 49.1° | 60.2° | 3.25" | 0.0" |
| October | 57.4° | 38.0° | 47.7° | 3.96" | 0.3" |
| November | 44.3° | 28.4° | 36.4° | 2.85" | 3.8" |
| December | 33.0° | 17.5° | 25.3° | 3.02" | 13.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vergennes city | City | 4.9 mi | — |
| Westport CDP | CDP | 6.8 mi | — |
| Port Henry CDP | CDP | 8.4 mi | — |
| New Haven CDP | CDP | 9.1 mi | — |
| Mineville CDP | CDP | 10.0 mi | — |
| Witherbee CDP | CDP | 10.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 05491. • 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.