ZIP Code 05777 in West Rutland, VT

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:West Rutland, Vermont
City Alias:Clarendn Spgs, Clarendon Springs
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Chippenhook, Ira
County:Rutland County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:8:42:36 PM
Population:3,100 [See All]
Area Code:802
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:43.5714, -73.0492
Land Area:44.788 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 05777 has 3,100 residents and 1,399 households (average 2.22 persons per household). The median age is 46.6 years, older than the state (43.5) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.6% male and 51.4% female, which is about the same as the state male share (49.3%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (93.8%, much higher than the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (1.1%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 1.1%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

Explore More: Population Over Time By Age & Gender By Race By Gender Nativity & Citizenship

Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:3,100Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:3,237Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:2,723Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:69.2 people per sq mile
Average Income:$60,821Source: Census ACS
Households:1,399Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$193,400Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.22Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.98Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--3,6503,6663,4573,3573,4243,3573,4423,4363,4143,2453,3153,3723,237
Decennial Census3,420------------------3,100------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 46.6

Male Median Age: 44.8

Female Median Age: 48

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male68668284748595113918811111212612089573017
Female6187847378881029382879714512314093763845
Total1291531661571521731972061731752082572492601821336862
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:2,90997.45%
Black:190.64%
Hispanic:*341.14%
Asian:150.50%
American Indian:00%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:80.27%
Total:2,985100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:1,50848.65%44.8 years
Females:1,59251.35%48.0 years
Total:3,100100%46.6 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:3,13196.73%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:100.31%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:952.93%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:12.97%
Total Population:3,237100%
Total Native Population:3,14197.03%
Total Foreign-born Population:962.97%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $60,821, which is well under the national median ($78,538), is up $11,904 (24.3%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $717. Family households earn a median of $86,014 versus $36,006 for nonfamily households (a difference of $50,008). By gender, male median income is $51,146 and female is $54,830, which is a bit under the state female median ($56,358), with a current gap of $3,684 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 58.0%, which is below the state rate (64.7%). The unemployment rate is 3.1%, which is much lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (42.0%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$48,917$52,944$49,563$49,720$53,869$58,214$59,468$61,417$60,104$56,920$54,125$54,470$60,821
Median Family Income$60,500$65,833$60,086$60,063$62,946$70,789$69,485$72,426$70,556$71,429$69,545$77,083$86,014
Median NonFamily Income$20,980$20,313$22,643$23,977$26,071$26,912$27,788$32,333$38,750$37,778$32,566$34,239$36,006
Median Male Income$42,226$47,292$41,845$44,911$43,295$41,909$41,214$42,010$42,125$42,063$44,306$46,905$51,146
Median Female Income$33,672$37,298$41,379$39,297$38,015$40,816$38,672$34,219$40,399$41,577$42,736$50,333$54,830
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:1,54456.23%
Unemployed:501.82%
Not In Labor Force:1,15241.95%
Total:2,746100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:64942.03%
Service:23615.28%
Sales and Office:26216.97%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:21814.12%
Production, transportation, and material moving:17911.59%
Total Civilian Employed Population:1,544100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $193,400, which is well under the national median ($303,400), is up $28,700 (17.43%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $35,100. The median gross rent is $1,085, which is far less than the national median ($1,348), is up $387 (55.44%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $263. Of occupied housing, owners make up 79.80% (65.12% with a mortgage, 34.88% free-and-clear) and renters 20.20% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 8.43%, which is far lower than the state rate (20.06%).

Explore More: Compare Home Value Home Value Over Time Rent & Over Time Housing Occupancy

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$164,700$167,300$162,300$164,400$164,100$164,000$160,900$160,700$158,300$160,400$163,900$193,800$193,400
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:196.71%
$500 to $999:10838.16%
$1,000 to $1,499:11339.93%
$1,500 to $1,999:165.65%
$2,000 to $2,499:93.18%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:41.41%
No Rent:144.95%
Total:283100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$698$734$777$756$800$855$908$764$822$904$888$951$1,085
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):72851.96%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):39027.84%
Renter Occupied:28320.20%
Total Occupied Housing Units:1,401100%

Occupied Housing Units:1,40191.57%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1298.43%
Total Housing Units:1,530100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:1,19778.24%
Multi-Family Units:27918.24%
Other Units:543.53%
Total Housing Units:1,530100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 37.10% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is on par with the state rate (42.60%). High school or higher is 94.10%, which is well above the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 4.70%, which is falls below the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 50.80%, which is well above the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 3.60%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.70%), down 8.20 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 1.70 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (55.59%). College enrollment is 15.59%, which is markedly below the state rate (32.90%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:170.69%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:1285.23%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):75630.89%
Some college, no degree:34614.14%
Associate's degree:29311.97%
Bachelor's degree:58123.74%
Graduate or professional degree:32613.32%
Total:2,447100%
High school or higher:2,30294.07%
Bachelor's degree or higher:90737.07%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:1,89951.42%
Public Insurance:1,64344.49%
No Insurance:1514.09%
Total:3,693100%
Has Health Insurance:3,54295.91%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty11.8%10.1%14.4%10.8%8.9%7.2%6.3%3.0%1.9%1.7%3.6%3.7%3.6%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

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.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:213.56%
Kindergarten:142.37%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):32855.59%
High school (grades 9-12):13522.88%
College or graduate school:9215.59%
Total:590100%
Early Childhood:355.93%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):47780.85%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 05777 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 70 business establishments, employing about 490 people with an annual payroll of $23,318,000. USPS data shows 1,227 residential mailboxes and 28 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:1,227Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:28Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:1,579Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:1,142Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:70Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$5,879,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$23,318,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:490Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 05777 is located in Rutland County, Vermont, within the Rutland, VT Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 40860). This Micro area has a population of 60,484 people, about 5.13% of whom live in ZIP Code 05777. It covers 44.788 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.07 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Rutland, VTSource: Census
CBSA Number:40860Source: Census
CBSA Type:MicroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:60,484Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:44.788 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.07 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:5082375Source: Census
Place Name:West Rutland CDP; VermontSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


05778 | | 05776

Schools in ZIP Code 05777


ZIP Code 05777 is in the Quarry Valley Unified Union School District #70, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 1 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

West Rutland School 713 Main Street
West Rutland, VT 05777
District: Quarry Valley Unified Union School District #70
Mount St Joseph Academy 127 Convent Ave
Rutland, VT 05701
District: Private SchoolNearby
Sheldon Academy Of Vermont Achievement Center 88 Park St
Rutland, VT 05701
District: Private SchoolNearby
Fay Honey Knopp Memorial School 71 Park St
Rutland, VT 05701
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 05777


Castleton University 62 Alumni Dr
Castleton, VT 05735
Type: Post Secondary
Middlebury College Old Chapel
Middlebury, VT 05753
Type: Post Secondary
Vermont Law School 164 Chelsea Street
South Royalton, VT 05068-0096
Type: Post Secondary
Washington Saratoga Warren Hamilton Essex Boces-Practical Nursing Program 1051 Dix Ave
Hudson Falls, NY 12839
Type: Post Secondary
Vermont Technical College 124 Admin Drive
Randolph, VT 05061
Type: Post Secondary
Suny Adirondack 640 Bay Rd
Queensbury, NY 12804
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


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 October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
  4. U.S. Geological Survey [Updated: Varies], https://www.usgs.gov
  5. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services [Updated: Annually, As Released], https://www.cms.gov
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