Milton CDP, Vermont Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Milton CDP, Vermont Demographics
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As of 2026, Milton CDP, Vermont has a total population of 3,510, the 17th largest city in Vermont, with a median household income of $82,750, which is 6% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.5%.

Key Takeaways

Unemployment rate of 16.0% is notably above the national average.

Milton CDP Quick Facts

Population 3,510

Median Household Income $82,750

Median Home Value $309,000

Poverty Rate 8.5%

Unemployment Rate 16.0%

Median Age 37.6 years

Homeownership Rate 67.6%

Affordability Ratio 3.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 20.0%

High School Graduation Rate 86.8%

Diversity Index 17/100

Population 3,510 17th of 178

Median Income $82,750 top 30%

Poverty Rate 8.5% 32% lower national

Median Home Value $309,000 top 30%

How Milton CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Milton CDP

$82,750

$78,024

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Milton CDP

$309,000

$290,500

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 19.6%

$25K-$50K 13.9%

$50K-$100K 25.8%

$100K+ 40.7%

Employment

16.0% Unemployment Rate State: 3.7% | National: 5.2%

70.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 67.6%

Renter 32.4%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.7x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

15.7%

18-34

31.9%

35-54

15.7%

55-74

33.0%

75+

3.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 18 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Milton CDP Rankings in Vermont

#17 Population of 178

#45 Median Income of 178

#143 Education of 178

#37 Home Value of 178

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Cities Similar to Milton CDP

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Wilder CDP	3,394	$69,063	$241,000	60.7%	10.5%
White River Junction CDP	2,878	$73,546	$250,700	31.7%	16.0%
Swanton village	2,732	$71,307	$210,000	12.8%	17.6%
Vergennes city	2,571	$85,417	$263,500	35.0%	11.4%
Springfield CDP	3,882	$44,375	$138,400	22.4%	19.4%

Population Overview

Milton CDP is a small community located in Vermont. The total population is 3,510. It ranks as the 17th most populous out of 178 cities and towns in Vermont.

Age Demographics

The median age in Milton CDP is 37.6 years. This is 13% lower than the state median of 43.0 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Milton CDP is $82,750. This is 6% higher than the state median of $78,024. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 5% higher. The poverty rate stands at 8.5%. This is 18% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 16.0%. This is 338% higher than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $309,000. Housing costs are 6% higher than the state median of $290,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 67.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 7% lower than the state average of 72.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

Milton CDP has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 91.1% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 4.9%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (4.9% vs 1.2%). The Hispanic or Latino population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

20.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 53% lower than the state rate of 42.6%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 86.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Milton CDP, Vermont is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Vermont state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 178 Census-designated places in Vermont. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Milton CDP, Vermont?

Milton CDP, Vermont has a population of 3,510 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Milton CDP, VT?

The median household income in Milton CDP is $82,750, which is 5% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Milton CDP, VT?

The poverty rate in Milton CDP is 8.5%. This means approximately 297 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Milton CDP, Vermont?

Milton CDP's population is 91.1% White, 4.9% Black, 0.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Milton CDP, VT?

The median home value in Milton CDP is $309,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

How educated is Milton CDP, Vermont?

20.0% of adults (25+) in Milton CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.