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Population Review

Caledonia County, Vermont Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 9th-largest in Vermont

The population of Caledonia County, Vermont is 30,425 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 9th-largest county in Vermont. The median household income is $66,075, the median home value is $215,900, and the median age is 45.6.

The population of Caledonia County has declined 2.0% since 2010 (31,163 → 30,535), a -0.15% annualized rate.

Caledonia County within Vermont · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

30,425

Population

-0.15%

Annual growth

47

People / sq mi

$66,075

Median Income

$215,900

Median Home Value

Caledonia County covers 649 sq mi of land at 46.9 people per square mile.

About Caledonia County, VT

Caledonia County is a county in Vermont with a population of 30,425. It ranks #9 among counties in Vermont by population. The median age is 45.6, older than the national median. The population is 50.6% male and 49.4% female.

The median household income in Caledonia County is $66,075, below the US median of $74,580. 8.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level. Home values sit at a median of $215,900, with monthly rent averaging $904. The homeownership rate of 78.2% is higher than the national rate of 64.8%.

Educational attainment in Caledonia County reflects 31.9% of adults 25 and older holding a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 34.3%. Roughly 13.4% of workers primarily work from home, similar to the national work-from-home rate of 14.2%. The average commute is 24.2 minutes each way.

Caledonia County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of Caledonia County had a population of 31,163 in 2010 and 30,535 in 2024, a -2.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 31,163 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.14%.

2010 · 31K20102024

30,535

Population (2024)

31,163

Population (2010)

31,163

Peak (2010)

-0.14%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
201031,163
201131,115
201231,034
201331,055
201430,882
201530,658
201630,176
201730,172
201830,221
201929,860
202030,179
202130,462
202230,578
202330,623
202430,535

Race & Ethnicity

White93.3%
Black or African American0.9%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.4%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

45.6

Median Age

49.4%

Female

50.6%

Male

22.5%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
4.2%
5–9
4.9%
10–14
5.8%
15–19
6.5%
20–24
5.7%
25–34
10.9%
35–44
11.5%
45–54
12.7%
55–59
6.8%
60–64
8.4%
65–74
14.3%
75–84
6.2%
85+
2.0%

Children (under 15): 14.9% · Seniors (65+): 22.5%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$66,075$-11,949 vs state
Mean household income$88,223
Per-capita income$38,153
Poverty rate8.2%+2.5% vs state
Unemployment rate1.6%
Employment-to-population61.2%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
29.2%
Manufacturing
11.8%
Construction
9.4%
Finance & real estate
7.1%
Education & health care
6.3%
Arts, entertainment & food
4.2%
Public administration
4.0%
Retail trade
3.9%

The largest employment sector in Caledonia County is professional & business services, accounting for 29.2% of workers.

How residents commute

0.2%

Drive alone

3.7%

Carpool

71.5%

Public transit

13.4%

Work from home

24.2 min

Avg commute

Housing

$215,900$-74,600 vs state

Median home value

$904

Median rent

78.2%

Homeownership rate

16,084

Total housing units

80.1%

Occupied

19.9%

Vacant

21.8%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

95.9%

With health insurance

91.6%

With broadband internet

45.3%

Foreign-born

6.9%

Veterans (18+)

17.7%

With a disability

95.6%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

93.7%

High School+

31.9%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

Caledonia County, Vermont has a population of 30,425 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 9th-largest county in Vermont. Population density is 47 people per square mile.

The population of Caledonia County has declined 2.0% since 2010 (31,163 → 30,535), a -0.15% annualized rate.

The median household income in Caledonia County, Vermont is $66,075, with mean (average) household income of $88,223 and per-capita income of $38,153. 8.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In Caledonia County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (93.3%), Hispanic or Latino (1.4%), Black or African American (0.9%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in Caledonia County, Vermont is 45.6 years. Residents are 49.4% female and 50.6% male.

The median home value in Caledonia County is $215,900 and median monthly rent is $904. 78.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 16,084 total housing units, 19.9% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in Caledonia County, Vermont is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 29.2% of workers. The unemployment rate is 1.6%.

Burlington is among the largest cities associated with Caledonia County, Vermont, with a population of 44,649.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.