Wilder CDP, Vermont Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Wilder CDP, Vermont Demographics
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As of 2026, Wilder CDP, Vermont has a total population of 3,394, the 18th largest city in Vermont, with a median household income of $69,063, which is 11% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.5%.

Wilder CDP Quick Facts

Population 3,394

Median Household Income $69,063

Median Home Value $241,000

Poverty Rate 10.5%

Unemployment Rate 6.1%

Median Age 45.6 years

Homeownership Rate 61.3%

Affordability Ratio 3.5x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 60.7%

High School Graduation Rate 99.4%

Diversity Index 13/100

Population 3,394 18th of 178

Median Income $69,063 average

Poverty Rate 10.5% 15% lower national

Median Home Value $241,000 average

How Wilder CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Wilder CDP

$69,063

$78,024

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Wilder CDP

$241,000

$290,500

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 22.7%

$25K-$50K 12.9%

$50K-$100K 31.9%

$100K+ 32.5%

Employment

6.1% Unemployment Rate State: 3.7% | National: 5.2%

64.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 61.3%

Renter 38.7%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.5x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

14.8%

18-34

24.5%

35-54

22.2%

55-74

28.9%

75+

9.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 18 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Wilder CDP Rankings in Vermont

#18 Population of 178

#73 Median Income of 178

#22 Education of 178

#80 Home Value of 178

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Cities Similar to Wilder CDP

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Milton CDP	3,510	$82,750	$309,000	20.0%	8.5%
White River Junction CDP	2,878	$73,546	$250,700	31.7%	16.0%
Swanton village	2,732	$71,307	$210,000	12.8%	17.6%
Bellows Falls village	2,851	$54,836	$176,000	29.3%	19.1%
Morrisville village	2,527	$66,792	$258,800	32.6%	15.2%

Population Overview

Wilder CDP is a small community located in Vermont. The total population is 3,394. It ranks as the 18th most populous out of 178 cities and towns in Vermont.

Age Demographics

The median age in Wilder CDP is 45.6 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 43.0 years. Only 14.8% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Wilder CDP is $69,063. This is 11% lower than the state median of $78,024. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 12% lower. The poverty rate stands at 10.5%. This is 3% higher than the state poverty rate of 10.3%. The unemployment rate is 6.1%. This is 67% higher than the state rate of 3.7%. The median home value is $241,000. Housing costs are 17% lower than the state median of $290,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 61.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% lower than the state average of 72.8%.

Race & Ethnicity

Wilder CDP has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.4% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 1.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 2.5%.

Education

60.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 42% higher than the state rate of 42.6%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 99.4%. Notably, 16.3% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Wilder CDP, Vermont is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against Vermont state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 178 Census-designated places in Vermont. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Wilder CDP, Vermont?

Wilder CDP, Vermont has a population of 3,394 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Wilder CDP, VT?

The median household income in Wilder CDP is $69,063, which is 12% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Wilder CDP, VT?

The poverty rate in Wilder CDP is 10.5%. This means approximately 349 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Wilder CDP, Vermont?

Wilder CDP's population is 93.4% White, 1.6% Black, 0.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in Wilder CDP, VT?

The median home value in Wilder CDP is $241,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

How educated is Wilder CDP, Vermont?

60.7% of adults (25+) in Wilder CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 16.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.