ZIP Code 05648, Vermont
ZIP Code 05648 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 05648 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Washington County, Vermont. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 483. The land area covers 9.24 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 483 | ±134 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 44.8 yrs | ±21.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 199 | ±44 | 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 | 281 | ±60 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 199 | ±44 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 82 | ±46 |
| Median Home Value | $428,300 | ±$81,211 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,444 | ±$1,061 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $71,719 | ±$13,873 |
| Per Capita Income | $70,053 | ±$32,993 |
| Poverty Rate | 12% | ±9.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 58 | ±50 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±4.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 235 | ±80 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.5% | ±7.5% |
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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COUNTY OF WASHINGTON
GUS Population: 59,844 (2024)
ID: 176538
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: TREASURER
65 STATE ST, MONTPELIER VT 05602-3594
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Barre, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Barre, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Berlin, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Waterbury, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Cabot, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Plainfield, VT | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Barre, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Duxbury, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Worcester, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | East Montpelier, 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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Community College of Vermont
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College | 8.1 mi away | 660 Elm Street, Montpelier, VT, 05602 |
8028284060
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WOODBURY COMMUNITY
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 69 VALLEY LAKE RD., WOODBURY, VT, 05681 |
(802) 472-5715
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Vermont College of Fine Arts
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College | 9.6 mi away | 36 College St, Montpelier, VT, 05602 |
8028288600
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JAQUITH PUBLIC
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 122 SCHOOL ST., MARSHFIELD, VT, 05658 |
(802) 426-3581
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Vermont State Colleges-Office of the Chancellor
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College | 9.8 mi away | 575 Stone Cutters Way, Suite 1, Montpelier, VT, 05602 |
8022243001
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CUTLER MEMORIAL
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Library | 7.9 mi away | 151 HIGH ST., PLAINFIELD, VT, 05667 |
(802) 454-8504
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Norwich University
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College | 18.7 mi away | 158 Harmon Drive, Northfield, VT, 05663-1035 |
8024852000
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CABOT PUBLIC
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 3084 MAIN ST., CABOT, VT, 05647 |
(802) 563-2721
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Sterling College
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College | 19.4 mi away | 16 Sterling Drive, Craftsbury Common, VT, 05827-0072 |
8025867711
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KELLOGG-HUBBARD
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 135 MAIN ST., MONTPELIER, VT, 05602 |
(802) 223-3338
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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 WORCESTER 2 W, VT US, located 4.5 miles from ZCTA5 05648. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.0° | 8.3° | 17.1° | 3.17" | 27.0" |
| February | 29.1° | 10.3° | 19.7° | 2.82" | 28.5" |
| March | 37.9° | 18.6° | 28.2° | 3.13" | 21.0" |
| April | 50.9° | 31.9° | 41.4° | 3.69" | 8.0" |
| May | 64.6° | 44.1° | 54.3° | 4.27" | 0.8" |
| June | 72.4° | 53.2° | 62.8° | 4.92" | 0.0" |
| July | 76.9° | 57.7° | 67.3° | 4.76" | 0.0" |
| August | 74.8° | 55.7° | 65.3° | 4.39" | 0.0" |
| September | 67.6° | 48.0° | 57.8° | 3.39" | 0.0" |
| October | 54.1° | 37.6° | 45.9° | 4.28" | 2.1" |
| November | 41.6° | 27.5° | 34.5° | 3.60" | 10.4" |
| December | 30.9° | 17.0° | 23.9° | 3.87" | 27.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Worcester CDP | CDP | 2.9 mi | — |
| Marshfield village | Village | 7.3 mi | — |
| Plainfield CDP | CDP | 7.7 mi | — |
| East Montpelier CDP | CDP | 8.0 mi | — |
| Cabot CDP | CDP | 8.8 mi | — |
| Montpelier city | City | 9.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 05648. • 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.