| City: | Manchester, Vermont |
| Names to Avoid: | Bromley Mountain, Manchester Village |
| County: | Bennington County |
| Timezone: | Eastern (GMT -05:00) |
| Local Time: | 8:07:44 PM |
| Population: | 476 [See All] |
| Area Code: | 802 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 43.1625, -73.0700 |
| Land Area: | 2.509 sq mi |
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Manchester sits in the Green Mountains of southern Vermont, where 467 PO Boxes serve a year-round population of just 476 residents. This isn't a ratio problem. It's a vacation community where second homeowners and seasonal residents far outnumber the permanent population. With 40% of all housing units used seasonally (146 of 361 homes), Manchester transforms dramatically between ski season and summer.
The post office maintains 2.5 times as many PO Boxes as occupied households. That's typical for resort communities, where seasonal property owners maintain year-round boxes for tax bills, property management, and periodic visits. Street delivery covers parts of the village through two city carrier routes and one rural route, but many residents prefer boxes for security and convenience. This is a PO Box Only Zone, meaning there's no alternative delivery method available.
The Manchester Village alias is recognized but not valid for mailing. Bromley Mountain, the ski resort that defines much of the area's character, is also listed as a recognized name. Seminary Avenue handles the most delivery points with 64 records, many with UNIT designators for multi-unit buildings. Main Street adds 23 more addresses, including business suites. Nature-themed streets dot the landscape: Kestrel Court, Falcon Bluff, Hawk Ridge, Osprey Drive, Owl's Nest Circle.
Median age is 54.7 years. That's retirement territory. Median home values reach $481,300, and household incomes average $107,813. Nearly 60% of adults hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and 18% work from home. This is an educated, affluent community of professionals, retirees, and second-home owners. The 42 residents in group quarters likely occupy institutional housing or staff accommodations at local resorts.
With 47 business establishments employing 925 people, Manchester's economy runs on tourism and seasonal services. The employment-to-population ratio (925 workers serving 476 residents) shows that most workers commute in from surrounding towns. ZIP 05254 covers just 2.5 square miles of compact village territory, but it serves as the postal hub for a much larger recreational region.
Use "Manchester, VT 05254" for all mail. The "Manchester Village" name is recognized but not valid. Most delivery goes to PO Boxes, though street addresses exist on Seminary Avenue, Main Street, and surrounding roads. This is classified as a PO Box Only Zone with mixed urban and rural carrier routes serving the permanent population.
Street names blend traditional village roads (Seminary Avenue, Main Street) with nature-themed developments (Kestrel Court, Falcon Bluff, Hawk Ridge) and references to local landmarks like the Equinox and Battenkill River.
ZIP Code 05254 has 476 residents and 190 households (average 2.28 persons per household). The median age is 54.7 years, significantly older than the state (43.5) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 46.4% male and 53.6% female, which is slightly lower than the state male share (49.3%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (84.0%, much higher than the national average of 61.6%) and Asian (5.3%, higher than the state average of 1.8%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 3.6%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).
Explore More: Population Over Time By Age & Gender By Race By Gender Nativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 476Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 439Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 189.7 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $122,868Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 190Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $558,300Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.28Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 2.76Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 396 | 420 | 305 | 322 | 336 | 282 | 203 | 251 | 206 | 148 | 420 | 439 | 441 | 439 |
| Decennial Census | 273 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 476 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 54.7
Male Median Age: 52.6
Female Median Age: 55.6
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 10 | 10 | 13 | 24 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 7 | 10 | 18 | 18 | 21 | 18 | 14 | 6 | 7 | 21 |
| Female | 8 | 10 | 12 | 20 | 17 | 5 | 9 | 14 | 5 | 13 | 11 | 18 | 37 | 18 | 22 | 15 | 13 | 8 |
| Total | 18 | 20 | 25 | 44 | 22 | 10 | 15 | 22 | 12 | 23 | 29 | 36 | 58 | 36 | 36 | 21 | 20 | 29 |
| White: | 400 | 87.34% |
| Black: | 7 | 1.53% |
| Hispanic:* | 17 | 3.71% |
| Asian: | 25 | 5.46% |
| American Indian: | 0 | 0% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 9 | 1.97% |
| Total: | 458 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 221 | 46.43% | 52.6 years |
| Females: | 255 | 53.57% | 55.6 years |
| Total: | 476 | 100% | 54.7 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 396 | 90.21% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 35 | 7.97% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 8 | 9.79% |
| Total Population: | 439 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 396 | 90.21% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 43 | 9.79% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $122,868, which is far above the national median ($80,734), is down $5,882 (4.6%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $29,706. Family households earn a median of $156,250 versus $112,917 for nonfamily households (a difference of $43,333). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $0, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $0 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 51.2%, which is markedly below the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (43.2%).
Explore More: Income Over Time Household Income Employment Status By Occupation
| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $128,750 | $135,833 | $127,875 | $130,000 | $74,722 | $85,313 | $88,125 | $90,368 | $93,162 | $101,667 | $81,339 | $89,018 | $107,813 | $122,868 |
| Median Family Income | $165,341 | $168,375 | $160,972 | $144,531 | $143,472 | $142,639 | $147,614 | $118,750 | $0 | $250,001 | $68,750 | $89,643 | $115,250 | $156,250 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $31,750 | $40,972 | $31,389 | $56,406 | $41,719 | $55,804 | $55,167 | $49,688 | $47,292 | $100,238 | $105,329 | $69,650 | $93,000 | $112,917 |
| Median Male Income | $120,714 | $123,750 | $72,031 | $73,214 | $0 | $72,969 | $54,750 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $68,438 | $0 |
| Median Female Income | $57,727 | $61,375 | $90,833 | $51,641 | $0 | $51,053 | $51,023 | $53,490 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $56,200 | $0 | $0 |
| Employed: | 213 | 51.20% |
| Unemployed: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 203 | 48.80% |
| Total: | 416 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 92 | 43.19% |
| Service: | 67 | 31.46% |
| Sales and Office: | 42 | 19.72% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 12 | 5.63% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 213 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $558,300, which is far above the national median ($332,700), is down $51,800 (8.49%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $171,900. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,413), is down $970 (100.00%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Of occupied housing, owners make up 69.46% (68.10% with a mortgage, 31.90% free-and-clear) and renters 30.54% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 58.87%, which is much higher than the national rate (10.12%).
Explore More: Compare Home Value Home Value Over Time Rent & Over Time Housing Occupancy
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $610,100 | $568,800 | $497,900 | $435,500 | $390,500 | $423,300 | $411,100 | $425,000 | $386,400 | $508,900 | $479,200 | $462,500 | $481,300 | $558,300 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $500 to $999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 22 | 43.14% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 22 | 43.14% |
| No Rent: | 7 | 13.73% |
| Total: | 51 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $970 | $978 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 79 | 47.31% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 37 | 22.16% |
| Renter Occupied: | 51 | 30.54% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 167 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 167 | 41.13% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 239 | 58.87% |
| Total Housing Units: | 406 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 312 | 76.85% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 77 | 18.97% |
| Other Units: | 17 | 4.19% |
| Total Housing Units: | 406 | 100% |
In 2024, 67.50% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far higher than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 99.10%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 0.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.40%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%), up 11.70 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 11.70 percentage points. This signals a sharp increase in hardship - a shrinking consumer base, heavy pressure on public services, and job-market contraction risks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (46.75%). College enrollment is 46.75%, which is far higher than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.
Explore More: Educational Attainment Health Insurance Poverty Over Time School Enrollment
| Less than 9th grade: | 0 | 0.00% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 3 | 0.88% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 31 | 9.06% |
| Some college, no degree: | 22 | 6.43% |
| Associate's degree: | 55 | 16.08% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 94 | 27.49% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 137 | 40.06% |
| Total: | 342 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 339 | 99.12% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 231 | 67.54% |
| Private Insurance: | 302 | 57.31% |
| Public Insurance: | 225 | 42.69% |
| No Insurance: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 527 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 527 | 100.00% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 30.2% | 17.3% | 11.7% | 0.0% |
Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 4 | 5.19% |
| Kindergarten: | 6 | 7.79% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 8 | 10.39% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 23 | 29.87% |
| College or graduate school: | 36 | 46.75% |
| Total: | 77 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 10 | 12.99% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 37 | 48.05% |
ZIP Code 05254 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 43 business establishments, employing about 970 people with an annual payroll of $51,020,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 559Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 43Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $10,840,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $51,020,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 970Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 05254 is located in Bennington County, Vermont, within the Bennington, VT Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 13540). This Micro area has a population of 37,125 people, about 1.28% of whom live in ZIP Code 05254. It covers 2.509 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.015 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Bennington, VTSource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 13540Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MicroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 37,125Source: Census |
| MSA: | Source: Census |
| Land Area: | 2.509 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 0.015 sq miSource: Census |
| Congressional District: | No DistrictsSource: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 5042700Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Manchester village; VermontSource: Census |
We could not locate which school district 05254 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are 0 public schools with a nearby mailing address, but we have located 5 public schools nearby. There are however 1 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.
Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on February 1, 2026.