Westford, Vermont Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Westford, Vermont had a total population of 153, the 150th largest community in Vermont, with a median household income of $177,717, which is 119% 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 119% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Vermont.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x.
- Unemployment rate of 16.9% is notably above the national average.
Westford Quick Facts
How Westford 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 | 182 | 153 | -15.9% |
| Median household income | $142,083 | $177,717 | +25.1% |
| Median home value | $285,500 | $375,000 | +31.3% |
How Westford 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+)
Westford Rankings in Vermont
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Other Cities in Chittenden County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington | 44,675 | $71,109 | 20.4% | $444,800 |
| South Burlington | 20,756 | $106,667 | 7.2% | $443,400 |
| Essex Junction | 10,803 | $89,257 | 9.5% | $407,500 |
| Winooski | 8,293 | $79,522 | 13.8% | $381,500 |
| Shelburne | 6,499 | $109,583 | 10.0% | $553,200 |
| Milton | 3,555 | $77,550 | 10.1% | $337,600 |
| Jericho | 1,346 | $89,740 | 1.5% | $480,400 |
| Richmond | 753 | $71,250 | 4.5% | $405,600 |
| Hinesburg | 733 | $54,661 | 22.8% | $379,400 |
| Huntington | 516 | $76,667 | 8.5% | $276,800 |
Cities Similar to Westford
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albany | 135 | N/A | $211,800 | 41.1% | 3.7% |
| East Dorset | 177 | N/A | $397,600 | 50.8% | 7.9% |
| Whitingham | 178 | N/A | $219,600 | 27.5% | 15.2% |
| Old Bennington | 182 | $168,750 | $445,500 | 84.9% | 0.0% |
| North Westminster | 125 | N/A | $171,500 | 52.0% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 153, Westford'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
Westford is a small community located in Vermont, within Chittenden County. The total population is 153. It ranks as the 150th most populous out of 179 Census-designated places in Vermont.
Age Demographics
The median age in Westford is 47.8 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 43.1 years. Only 7.2% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Westford is $177,717. This is 119% higher than the state median of $81,203. It is also 120% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Westford. 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 unemployment rate is 16.9%. This is 374% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $375,000. Housing costs are 18% higher than the state median of $316,600. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Westford 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
Westford has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 92.8% of all residents.
Education
54.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% higher than the state rate of 43.8%. 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 Westford, 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 Westford, Vermont?
Westford, Vermont has a population of 153 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Westford, VT?
The median household income in Westford is $177,717, which is 120% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Westford, VT?
The ACS sample for Westford 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 Westford, Vermont?
Westford's population is 92.8% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Westford, VT?
The median home value in Westford is $375,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.1x.
How educated is Westford, Vermont?
54.1% of adults (25+) in Westford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.