Worcester, Vermont Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Worcester, Vermont had a total population of 113, the 159th largest community in Vermont, with a median household income of $67,083, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.1%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Unemployment rate of 31.3% is notably above the national average.
Worcester Quick Facts
How Worcester 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 | 113 | 113 | +0.0% |
| Median household income | $63,750 | $67,083 | +5.2% |
| Median home value | $225,000 | $212,500 | -5.6% |
How Worcester 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+)
Worcester 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 |
| Waterbury Center | 273 | N/A | 8.8% | $298,100 |
Cities Similar to Worcester
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Westminster | 125 | N/A | $171,500 | 52.0% | 0.0% |
| East Charlotte | 102 | N/A | N/A | 57.8% | 0.0% |
| Jacksonville | 106 | $83,281 | $223,400 | 19.2% | 3.8% |
| Albany | 135 | N/A | $211,800 | 41.1% | 3.7% |
| Greensboro | 115 | $103,571 | $526,300 | 62.1% | 0.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 113, Worcester'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
Worcester is a small community located in Vermont, within Washington County. The total population is 113. It ranks as the 159th most populous out of 179 Census-designated places in Vermont.
Age Demographics
The median age in Worcester is 33.9 years. This is 21% lower than the state median of 43.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Worcester is $67,083. This is 17% lower than the state median of $81,203. It is also 17% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.1%. This is 30% lower than the state poverty rate of 10.1%. The unemployment rate is 31.3%. This is 778% higher than the state rate of 3.6%. The median home value is $212,500. Housing costs are 33% lower than the state median of $316,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 59.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% lower than the state average of 73.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Worcester has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.5% of all residents. Asian residents account for 3.5%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (3.5% vs 1.8%).
Education
46.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 5% 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 91.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Worcester, 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 Worcester, Vermont?
Worcester, Vermont has a population of 113 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Worcester, VT?
The median household income in Worcester is $67,083, which is 17% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Worcester, VT?
The poverty rate in Worcester is 7.1%. This means approximately 8 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Worcester, Vermont?
Worcester's population is 96.5% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.5% Asian.
What is the median home value in Worcester, VT?
The median home value in Worcester is $212,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x.
How educated is Worcester, Vermont?
46.0% of adults (25+) in Worcester hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.