ZIP Code 05857, Vermont
ZIP Code 05857 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 05857 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Orleans County, Vermont. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,467. The land area covers 39.90 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,467 | ±271 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.9 yrs | ±14 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 666 | ±102 | 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 | 829 | ±102 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 666 | ±102 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 163 | ±49 |
| Median Home Value | $244,400 | ±$21,515 |
| Median Gross Rent | $810 | ±$347 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $71,683 | ±$14,954 |
| Per Capita Income | $45,448 | ±$5,791 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.6% | ±3.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 125 | ±60 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 897 | ±190 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.7% | ±6.1% |
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 ORLEANS
GUS Population: 27,726 (2024)
ID: 135928
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: TREASURER
247 MAIN ST, NEWPORT VT 05855-5565
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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 | Albany, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Barton, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Brownington, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | West Charleston, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Coventry, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Derby Line, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Irasburg, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Jay, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Orleans, VT | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Lowell, 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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Sterling College
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College | 19.4 mi away | 16 Sterling Drive, Craftsbury Common, VT, 05827-0072 |
8025867711
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GOODRICH MEMORIAL
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Library | 5.0 mi away | 202 MAIN ST., NEWPORT, VT, 05855 |
(802) 334-7902
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HITCHCOCK MUSEUM & LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 1252 RTE. 100, WESTFIELD, VT, 05874 |
(802) 744-8258
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WILLIAM & LUCY RAND MEMORIAL
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Library | 6.6 mi away | 160 RAILROAD ST., NORTH TROY, VT, 05859 |
(802) 988-4741
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LEACH PUBLIC
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Library | 8.9 mi away | 130 PARK AVE., IRASBURG, VT, 05849 |
(802) 754-2526
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DAILEY MEMORIAL
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Library | 8.9 mi away | 101 JUNIOR HIGH DR., DERBY, VT, 05829 |
(802) 766-5063
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JONES MEMORIAL
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Library | 9.8 mi away | 1 WATER ST., ORLEANS, VT, 05860 |
(802) 754-6660
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LOWELL COMMUNITY
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Library | 11.2 mi away | TOWN HALL, LOWELL, VT, 05847 |
(802) 744-2447
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HASKELL FREE
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Library | 11.8 mi away | 93 CASWELL AVE., DERBY LINE, VT, 05830 |
(802) 873-3022
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ALBANY TOWN
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Library | 13.8 mi away | 530 MAIN ST., ALBANY, VT, 05820 |
(802) 755-6107
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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 NEWPORT, VT US, located 6.1 miles from ZCTA5 05857. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23.4° | 3.9° | 13.7° | 2.83" | 21.5" |
| February | 27.1° | 5.0° | 16.0° | 2.44" | 20.2" |
| March | 36.6° | 14.9° | 25.8° | 2.83" | 19.4" |
| April | 50.8° | 29.2° | 40.0° | 3.34" | 4.5" |
| May | 64.8° | 41.9° | 53.3° | 3.94" | 0.0" |
| June | 73.1° | 51.6° | 62.3° | 4.52" | 0.0" |
| July | 77.7° | 56.6° | 67.2° | 4.54" | 0.0" |
| August | 76.2° | 54.5° | 65.3° | 4.42" | 0.0" |
| September | 68.9° | 46.8° | 57.8° | 3.93" | 0.0" |
| October | 54.8° | 35.6° | 45.2° | 4.29" | 0.8" |
| November | 41.1° | 25.3° | 33.2° | 3.35" | 7.0" |
| December | 29.2° | 13.5° | 21.3° | 3.40" | 25.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport Center CDP | CDP | 1.7 mi | — |
| Troy CDP | CDP | 4.5 mi | — |
| Coventry CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Newport city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
| North Troy village | Village | 6.4 mi | — |
| Derby Center village | Village | 8.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 05857. • 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.