Waterbury Center, Vermont Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Waterbury Center, Vermont had a total population of 273, the 116th largest community in Vermont. The poverty rate is 8.8%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 68.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Vermont.
Waterbury Center Quick Facts
How Waterbury Center 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 | 228 | 273 | +19.7% |
| Median home value | $292,500 | $298,100 | +1.9% |
How Waterbury Center 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+)
Waterbury Center Rankings in Vermont
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Other Cities in Washington County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barre | 8,412 | $65,625 | 17.3% | $210,400 |
| Montpelier | 8,014 | $81,030 | 6.5% | $375,100 |
| Northfield | 3,766 | $60,789 | 17.4% | $241,400 |
| Waterbury | 1,753 | $54,273 | 13.7% | $375,400 |
| South Barre | 1,346 | $78,050 | 7.4% | $257,600 |
| East Barre | 1,017 | $114,483 | 2.6% | $195,700 |
| Websterville | 471 | $101,923 | 4.9% | $171,700 |
| Marshfield | 470 | $84,375 | 4.9% | $178,300 |
| Plainfield | 450 | $46,987 | 16.7% | $173,600 |
| Graniteville | 244 | $82,574 | 8.2% | N/A |
Cities Similar to Waterbury Center
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln | 279 | $95,417 | $354,100 | 38.2% | 5.4% |
| Newport Center | 280 | $44,231 | $136,400 | 11.3% | 18.2% |
| Glover | 282 | $63,214 | $112,500 | 22.6% | 23.3% |
| Rochester | 288 | $40,089 | $255,000 | 35.9% | 16.0% |
| Lyndon Center | 291 | N/A | N/A | 50.6% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 273, Waterbury Center'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
Waterbury Center is a small community located in Vermont, within Washington County. The total population is 273. It ranks as the 116th most populous out of 179 Census-designated places in Vermont.
Age Demographics
The median age in Waterbury Center is 47.9 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 43.1 years. Only 9.5% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children. 18.7% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 8.8%. This is 13% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.1%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Waterbury Center, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $298,100. Housing costs are 6% lower than the state median of $316,600. 65.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 11% lower than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Waterbury Center has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.5% of all residents.
Education
68.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Waterbury Center in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 57% 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 78.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Waterbury Center, 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 Waterbury Center, Vermont?
Waterbury Center, Vermont has a population of 273 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Waterbury Center, VT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Waterbury Center — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Waterbury Center, VT?
The poverty rate in Waterbury Center is 8.8%. This means approximately 24 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Waterbury Center, Vermont?
Waterbury Center's population is 90.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Waterbury Center, VT?
The median home value in Waterbury Center is $298,100.
How educated is Waterbury Center, Vermont?
68.8% of adults (25+) in Waterbury Center hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.