Troy, Vermont Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Troy, Vermont had a total population of 219, the 127th largest community in Vermont, with a median household income of $91,688, which is 13% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 9.3% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x.
Troy Quick Facts
How Troy 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 | 193 | 219 | +13.5% |
| Median household income | $89,313 | $91,688 | +2.7% |
| Median home value | $178,900 | $187,500 | +4.8% |
How Troy 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+)
Troy Rankings in Vermont
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Other Cities in Orleans County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newport | 4,394 | $54,646 | 23.0% | $179,400 |
| Orleans | 809 | $57,159 | 8.2% | $156,300 |
| Derby Line | 783 | $71,518 | 7.3% | $201,000 |
| Barton | 730 | $40,833 | 25.8% | $146,900 |
| Derby Center | 693 | $58,250 | 12.6% | $196,600 |
| North Troy | 506 | $50,417 | 21.5% | $121,100 |
| Glover | 282 | $63,214 | 23.3% | $112,500 |
| Newport Center | 280 | $44,231 | 18.2% | $136,400 |
| Irasburg | 253 | $80,893 | 2.8% | N/A |
| Lowell | 232 | $74,583 | 11.9% | $187,500 |
Cities Similar to Troy
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Hero | 219 | $98,654 | $475,000 | 57.5% | 6.4% |
| Greensboro Bend | 224 | $82,500 | $258,300 | 40.7% | 17.0% |
| Peacham | 237 | N/A | N/A | 49.1% | 16.5% |
| Jericho Center | 241 | N/A | $344,800 | 25.3% | 0.0% |
| Algiers | 242 | N/A | N/A | 15.1% | 29.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 219, Troy'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
Troy is a small community located in Vermont, within Orleans County. The total population is 219. It ranks as the 127th most populous out of 179 Census-designated places in Vermont.
Age Demographics
The median age in Troy is 65.3 years. This is 52% higher than the state median of 43.1 years. 21.5% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Troy is $91,688. This is 13% higher than the state median of $81,203. It is also 14% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.7%. This is 36% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.1%. The unemployment rate is 3.5%. The median home value is $187,500. Housing costs are 41% lower than the state median of $316,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.0x, Troy is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 100.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 37% higher than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Troy has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.5% of all residents.
Education
9.3% 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. This is 79% lower 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 92.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Troy, 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 Troy, Vermont?
Troy, Vermont has a population of 219 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Troy, VT?
The median household income in Troy is $91,688, which is 14% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Troy, VT?
The poverty rate in Troy is 13.7%. This means approximately 30 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Troy, Vermont?
Troy's population is 94.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Troy, VT?
The median home value in Troy is $187,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.0x.
How educated is Troy, Vermont?
9.3% of adults (25+) in Troy hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.