05855 ZIP Code – Newport, Vermont
Located in Newport, Vermont, ZIP code 05855 is a mid-sized ZIP code within Orleans County with a population of approximately 7,638 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $57,332, which is below the Vermont average and below the national figure. The median home value of $183,400 is below the national average, with 71.5% owner-occupied housing (increasing). , and the median rent of $877 is below the national average. Housing consists of 68% single-family (increasing), 9% apartments (decreasing), 17% duplex/multi-family.
At 10.6%, the unemployment rate is well above the national figure. An estimated 14.8% of the population falls below the poverty line, near the national figure. An estimated 25.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. Residents have a median age of 43.4, near the U.S. median. Neighboring ZIP codes include 05825, 05857, 05829.
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ZIP 05855 vs. Vermont vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 05855 | VT Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,638 | 2,495 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $57k | $75k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $183k | $262k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $877 | $1,104 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 43.4 | 47.1 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 10.6% | 3.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 14.8% | 9.2% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 25.2% | 39.6% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 05825 – Coventry
- 05857 – Newport Center
- 05829 – Derby
- 05868 – Troy
- 05872 – West Charleston
- 05860 – Orleans
- 05830 – Derby Line
- 05845 – Irasburg
- 05853 – Morgan
- 05822 – Barton
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05825 | COVENTRY | 49 | Not provided |
| 05857 | NEWPORT CENTER | 1,490 | $72,865 |
| 05829 | DERBY | 1,683 | $65,417 |
| 05868 | TROY | 72 | $132,813 |
| 05872 | WEST CHARLESTON | 893 | $45,134 |