Highgate Springs, Vermont Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Highgate Springs, Vermont had a total population of 1, the 179th largest community in Vermont. The poverty rate is 100.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (100.0%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
- Only 0.0% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
Highgate Springs Quick Facts
How Highgate Springs Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2 | 1 | -50.0% |
How Highgate Springs Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 19 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Highgate Springs Rankings in Vermont
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Other Cities in Franklin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Albans | 6,954 | $57,980 | 19.5% | $263,400 |
| Swanton | 2,670 | $66,607 | 20.1% | $229,000 |
| Richford | 1,573 | $52,083 | 24.7% | $165,000 |
| Enosburg Falls | 1,570 | $50,870 | 19.4% | $206,500 |
| Fairfax | 1,099 | $71,250 | 13.9% | $336,800 |
| Highgate Center | 401 | $120,983 | 0.0% | $340,600 |
| Bakersfield | 340 | $76,667 | 2.1% | $230,600 |
Cities Similar to Highgate Springs
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton | 17 | N/A | N/A | 76.9% | 0.0% |
| Underhill Center | 40 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Hanksville | 41 | $118,438 | $368,800 | 63.9% | 0.0% |
| West Dummerston | 46 | N/A | $188,200 | 73.9% | 0.0% |
| Wardsboro | 48 | $83,889 | $287,500 | 39.6% | 2.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 1, Highgate Springs's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Highgate Springs is a small community located in Vermont, within Franklin County. The total population is 1. It ranks as the 179th most populous out of 179 Census-designated places in Vermont.
Age Demographics
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 100.0%. This is 895% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.1%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Highgate Springs was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
0.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Highgate Springs, Vermont is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Vermont state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 179 Census-designated places in Vermont. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Highgate Springs, Vermont?
Highgate Springs, Vermont has a population of 1 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Highgate Springs, VT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Highgate Springs — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Highgate Springs, VT?
The poverty rate in Highgate Springs is 100.0%. This means approximately 1 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Highgate Springs, Vermont?
Highgate Springs's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Highgate Springs, VT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Highgate Springs — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Highgate Springs, Vermont?
0.0% of adults (25+) in Highgate Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.