Old Bennington, Vermont Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Old Bennington, Vermont had a total population of 182, the 136th largest village in Vermont, with a median household income of $168,750, which is 108% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 108% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Vermont.
- 84.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Vermont.
Old Bennington Quick Facts
How Old Bennington 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 | 153 | 182 | +19.0% |
| Median household income | $154,375 | $168,750 | +9.3% |
| Median home value | $394,600 | $445,500 | +12.9% |
How Old Bennington Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
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+)
Old Bennington Rankings in Vermont
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Other Cities in Bennington County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bennington | 9,245 | $54,257 | 11.4% | $191,700 |
| Manchester Center | 2,037 | $54,808 | 29.7% | $359,800 |
| Arlington | 1,623 | $76,250 | 10.7% | $268,800 |
| North Bennington | 1,336 | $68,571 | 7.4% | $313,000 |
| Manchester | 676 | $74,659 | 12.3% | $511,400 |
| Pownal | 570 | $63,523 | 18.6% | $272,700 |
| South Shaftsbury | 566 | $61,161 | 3.5% | $228,600 |
| Stamford | 466 | $87,500 | 6.4% | $272,500 |
| Pownal Center | 456 | $62,985 | 2.9% | $375,800 |
| Dorset | 310 | $151,087 | 6.1% | $545,600 |
Cities Similar to Old Bennington
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitingham | 178 | N/A | $219,600 | 27.5% | 15.2% |
| East Dorset | 177 | N/A | $397,600 | 50.8% | 7.9% |
| Cavendish | 171 | $133,125 | $362,500 | 26.0% | 1.8% |
| Westford | 153 | $177,717 | $375,000 | 54.1% | 0.0% |
| South Lincoln | 189 | $116,250 | $364,700 | 27.1% | 3.2% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 182, Old Bennington'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
Old Bennington is a small community located in Vermont, within Bennington County. The total population is 182. It ranks as the 136th most populous out of 179 Census-designated places in Vermont.
Age Demographics
The median age in Old Bennington is 45.0 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 43.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Old Bennington is $168,750. This is 108% higher than the state median of $81,203. It is also 109% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Old Bennington. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The survey records no unemployed residents in Old Bennington, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $445,500. Housing costs are 41% higher than the state median of $316,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Old Bennington is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 93.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 28% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Old Bennington has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 98.4% of all residents.
Education
84.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Old Bennington in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 94% higher than the state rate of 43.8%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 97.8%. Notably, 61.2% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Old Bennington, 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 Old Bennington, Vermont?
Old Bennington, Vermont has a population of 182 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Old Bennington, VT?
The median household income in Old Bennington is $168,750, which is 109% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Old Bennington, VT?
The ACS sample for Old Bennington recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Old Bennington, Vermont?
Old Bennington's population is 98.4% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Old Bennington, VT?
The median home value in Old Bennington is $445,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Old Bennington, Vermont?
84.9% of adults (25+) in Old Bennington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 61.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.