Whitingham, Vermont Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Whitingham, Vermont had a total population of 178, the 139th largest community in Vermont. The poverty rate is 15.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 26.1% is notably above the national average.
Whitingham Quick Facts
How Whitingham 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 | 147 | 178 | +21.1% |
| Median home value | $222,200 | $219,600 | -1.2% |
How Whitingham 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+)
Whitingham Rankings in Vermont
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Other Cities in Windham County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brattleboro | 7,657 | $52,734 | 21.3% | $234,600 |
| Bellows Falls | 2,891 | $56,086 | 25.1% | $195,600 |
| West Brattleboro | 2,749 | $44,827 | 14.5% | $256,100 |
| Saxtons River | 553 | $106,250 | 2.5% | $183,700 |
| Westminster | 497 | $81,000 | 2.2% | $313,600 |
| Putney | 393 | $47,159 | 24.2% | $246,500 |
| Wilmington | 348 | $57,000 | 13.5% | $285,300 |
| Algiers | 242 | N/A | 29.3% | N/A |
| Townshend | 160 | $38,875 | 8.8% | $247,600 |
| Harmonyville | 151 | $69,205 | 3.3% | $307,700 |
Cities Similar to Whitingham
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Dorset | 177 | N/A | $397,600 | 50.8% | 7.9% |
| East Poultney | 176 | $73,059 | $225,000 | 22.2% | 0.0% |
| Huntington Center | 181 | $93,912 | $368,800 | 90.5% | 0.0% |
| Middletown Springs | 181 | $84,375 | $225,000 | 50.0% | 8.6% |
| Old Bennington | 182 | $168,750 | $445,500 | 84.9% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 178, Whitingham'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
Whitingham is a small community located in Vermont, within Windham County. The total population is 178. It ranks as the 139th most populous out of 179 Census-designated places in Vermont.
Age Demographics
The median age in Whitingham is 40.5 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 43.1 years. With 38.8% of the population under 18, Whitingham has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 15.2%. This is 51% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.1%. The unemployment rate is 26.1%. This is 634% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $219,600. Housing costs are 31% lower than the state median of $316,600. 45.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 38% lower than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Whitingham has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.3%.
Education
27.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% lower 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 Whitingham, 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 Whitingham, Vermont?
Whitingham, Vermont has a population of 178 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Whitingham, VT?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Whitingham — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Whitingham, VT?
The poverty rate in Whitingham is 15.2%. This means approximately 27 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Whitingham, Vermont?
Whitingham's population is 97.8% White, 0.0% Black, 2.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Whitingham, VT?
The median home value in Whitingham is $219,600.
How educated is Whitingham, Vermont?
27.5% of adults (25+) in Whitingham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.