ZIP Code 05761, Vermont
ZIP Code 05761 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 05761 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bennington County / Rutland County, Vermont. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,081. The land area covers 41.01 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,081 | ±167 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 52.2 yrs | ±9.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 477 | ±76 | 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 | 632 | ±83 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 477 | ±76 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 155 | ±51 |
| Median Home Value | $324,300 | ±$56,464 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,431 | ±$328 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $68,125 | ±$11,519 |
| Per Capita Income | $44,366 | ±$7,370 |
| Poverty Rate | 6% | ±4.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 64 | ±46 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.6% | ±3.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 560 | ±118 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 79.2% | ±3.1% |
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 BENNINGTON
GUS Population: 37,039 (2024)
ID: 140618
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CLERK
207 SOUTH ST, BENNINGTON VT 05201-2247
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Danby, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Dorset, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | HARTFORD, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Londonderry, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-06 | GRANVILLE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | GRANVILLE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | HARTFORD, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | GRANVILLE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Manchester Center, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | West Pawlet, 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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Washington Saratoga Warren Hamilton Essex BOCES-Practical Nursing Program
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College Vocational | 22.9 mi away | 1051 Dix Ave, Hudson Falls, NY, 12839 |
5187463508
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PAWLET PUBLIC
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 141 SCHOOL ST., PAWLET, VT, 05761 |
(802) 325-3123
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DORSET VILLAGE PUBLIC
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Library | 5.9 mi away | RTE. 30 & CHURCH ST., DORSET, VT, 05251 |
(802) 867-5774
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WELLS VILLAGE
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 5 EAST WELLS RD., WELLS, VT, 05774 |
(802) 645-0611
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R.K. KITTAY PUBLIC
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Library | 6.9 mi away | 2827 RTE. 153, W. RUPERT, VT, 05776 |
(802) 394-2444
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S.L. GRIFFITH MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 74 S. MAIN ST., DANBY, VT, 05739 |
(802) 293-5106
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PEMBER LIBRARY & MUSEUM
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 33 WEST MAIN STREET, GRANVILLE, NY, 12832 |
(518) 642-2525
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TINMOUTH
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 9 MTN. VIEW RD., TINMOUTH, VT, 05773 |
(802) 446-2498
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MIDDLETOWN SPRINGS PUBLIC
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 39 WEST ST., MIDDLETOWN SPGS., VT, 05757 |
(802) 235-2435
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MANCHESTER COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 11.7 mi away | 138 CEMETERY AVE RTE 7A, MANCHESTER, VT, 05255 |
(802) 362-2607
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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 PERU, VT US, located 12.8 miles from ZCTA5 05761. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.6° | 7.8° | 17.2° | 3.90" | — |
| February | 30.5° | 10.4° | 20.5° | 3.40" | — |
| March | 37.9° | 17.3° | 27.6° | 4.15" | — |
| April | 50.3° | 29.8° | 40.1° | 3.97" | — |
| May | 64.1° | 42.0° | 53.1° | 4.06" | — |
| June | 69.7° | 51.3° | 60.5° | 5.01" | — |
| July | 74.7° | 56.4° | 65.6° | 4.49" | — |
| August | 72.9° | 54.6° | 63.8° | 4.64" | — |
| September | 67.0° | 47.4° | 57.2° | 3.98" | — |
| October | 56.0° | 36.7° | 46.4° | 5.16" | — |
| November | 42.7° | 25.8° | 34.3° | 3.75" | — |
| December | 32.1° | 15.9° | 24.0° | 4.47" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pawlet CDP | CDP | 1.5 mi | — |
| Dorset CDP | CDP | 5.4 mi | — |
| West Pawlet CDP | CDP | 5.6 mi | — |
| Wells CDP | CDP | 6.9 mi | — |
| Danby CDP | CDP | 7.3 mi | — |
| Granville village | Village | 8.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 05761. • 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.