County · Vermont
Orleans County, Vermont
Orleans County, Vermont. Orleans County had 27,600 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 0.7% since 2020, in line with Vermont (+0.2%). It holds 33 places (7 cities, villages and boroughs, 18 towns and townships and 8 census-designated) and 10 census tracts. GEOID 50019.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
27,600
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 27,393 · ACS 2020-2024: 27,606
Median household income
$70,103
±$3,179 (90% margin)
Vermont: $81,203
Median home value
$223,400
±$5,133 (90% margin)
Vermont: $316,600
Median gross rent
$892
±$42 (90% margin)
Vermont: $1,234
How many people live in Orleans County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 27,393 residents in Orleans County. The Census Bureau estimates 27,600 for July 1, 2025, up 0.7% since 2020, in line with Vermont (+0.2%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 27,606 over 695 square miles of land.
| Measure | Orleans County | Vermont | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 27,606 | 647,106 | +705 |
| Households | 12,072±315 | 273,416 | no clear change |
| Average household size | 2.22±0.06 | 2.28 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 16,751±59 | 339,042 | −794 |
Orleans County's population since 2000
From 26,277 in 2000 to 27,600 in 2025: up 5.0%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Orleans County?
Orleans County holds 33 places: 7 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 18 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 8 census-designated places. The largest is Derby with 4,456 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Derby | 4,579 | $80,250 |
|---|---|---|
| Newport city | 4,455 | $54,646 |
| Barton | 2,872 | $66,250 |
| Troy | 1,722 | $87,938 |
| Newport | 1,526 | $71,202 |
| Craftsbury | 1,343 | $83,672 |
| Irasburg | 1,233 | $98,534 |
| Glover | 1,114 | $73,839 |
| Coventry | 1,100 | $59,342 |
| Brownington | 1,042 | $75,556 |
| Charleston | 1,021 | $49,286 |
| Albany | 976 | $59,167 |
| Lowell | 887 | $57,404 |
| Greensboro | 811 | $91,750 |
| Orleans | 788 | $57,159 |
| Barton village | 690 | $40,833 |
| Derby Line | 687 | $71,518 |
| Morgan | 638 | $91,250 |
| Derby Center | 635 | $58,250 |
| Holland | 632 | $60,729 |
| North Troy | 631 | $50,417 |
| Jay | 551 | $74,792 |
| Westfield | 534 | $72,500 |
| Westmore | 357 | $87,188 |
| Troy CDPGEOID 5073450 | 261 | $91,688 |
| Glover CDPGEOID 5028000 | 256 | $63,214 |
| Lowell CDPGEOID 5040450 | 254 | $74,583 |
| Greensboro BendGEOID 5030325 | 237 | $82,500 |
| Newport CenterGEOID 5049000 | 231 | $44,231 |
| Albany villageGEOID 5000400 | 166 | not published |
| Irasburg CDPGEOID 5035500 | 159 | $80,893 |
| Greensboro CDPGEOID 5030100 | 156 | $103,571 |
| Coventry CDPGEOID 5016075 | 111 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Orleans County?
The median resident of Orleans County is 45.7 years old; 19.4% are under 18 and 23.9% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 92.7%, then non-Hispanic residents of two or more races at 3.3%. 3.5% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Orleans County | Vermont | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 45.7±0.2 | 43.1 | no clear change |
| Under 18 years | 19.4%±0.1 pts | 17.9% | – |
| 65 years and over | 23.9%±0.2 pts | 21.4% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.9% | 2.6% | +0.4 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 92.7%±0.5 pts | 89.9% | −2.4 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.9%±0.2 pts | 1.1% | +0.3 pts |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.6%±0.1 pts | 1.8% | +0.3 pts |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.4%±0.2 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 3.3%±0.5 pts | 4.1% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 3.5%±0.6 pts | 4.3% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 5.9%±0.9 pts | 5.5% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 8.9%±1.0 pts | 6.2% | – |
| With a disability | 17.3%±1.6 pts | 14.4% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 4.4%±0.8 pts | 3.9% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 92.2%±1.0 pts | 94.9% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 30.5%±1.9 pts | 43.8% | +9.0 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 12.0%±1.3 pts | 18.6% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 3.6%±0.8 pts | 4.3% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Orleans County earn?
Half of Orleans County's 12,072 households earn less than $70,103 a year (±$3,179), against $81,203 in Vermont. In 2015-2019 the median was $60,511 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $9,592 after inflation. 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Orleans County | Vermont | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $70,103±$3,179 | $81,203 | +$9,592 |
| Mean household income | $91,659±$3,810 | $107,852 | – |
| Per capita income | $40,041±$1,516 | $46,500 | +$6,784 |
| People below the poverty line | 11.7%±1.4 pts | 10.1% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 14.7%±3.1 pts | 10.8% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 14.4%±1.6 pts | 10.6% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 89.0%±1.3 pts | 89.7% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Orleans County?
Owners occupy 79.7% of Orleans County's occupied homes and renters 20.3%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $223,400 by its owner (±$5,133). The median renter pays $892 a month including utilities, and 35.2% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Orleans County | Vermont | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $223,400±$5,133 | $316,600 | +$24,028 |
| Median gross rent | $892±$42 | $1,234 | −$88 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 35.2%±7.3 pts | 38.3% | −9.4 pts |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,654±$40 | $1,907 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 79.7%±1.8 pts | 73.2% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 16,751±59 | 339,042 | −794 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.8%±0.4 pts | 0.7% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 1.2%±1.1 pts | 3.0% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 76.8%±1.5 pts | 67.3% | – |
| Mobile homes | 7.8%±1.2 pts | 5.9% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 0.9%±0.4 pts | 0.9% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 23.0%±1.7 pts | 24.4% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Orleans County building?
Builders took permits for 41 new housing units across Orleans County in 2025 (37 single-family), 1.5 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Orleans County get to work?
73.7% of Orleans County's workers drive alone and 12.5% work from home. The average trip to work takes 29.0 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 5.3%.
| Measure | Orleans County | Vermont | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 61.4%±1.2 pts | 64.6% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 5.3%±1.6 pts | 3.6% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 73.7%±2.2 pts | 68.5% | – |
| Carpooled | 9.1%±1.4 pts | 7.7% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Walked | 3.4%±1.1 pts | 4.4% | – |
| Worked from home | 12.5%±1.5 pts | 16.9% | +4.9 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 29.0 min±2.3 | 23.5 min | +4.4 min |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Orleans County's census tracts?
Orleans County is divided into 10 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $41,508 (Tract 9515) to $86,563 (Tract 9520).
| Tract 951150019951100 | 2,553±224 | $60,117 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 951250019951200 | 2,696±213 | $79,858 |
| Tract 951350019951300 | 1,841±209 | $80,729 |
| Tract 951450019951400 | 2,001±210 | $77,446 |
| Tract 951550019951500 | 2,393±211 | $41,508 |
| Tract 951650019951600 | 4,357±383 | $77,212 |
| Tract 951750019951700 | 4,740±377 | $78,021 |
| Tract 951850019951800 | 2,815±25 | $66,250 |
| Tract 951950019951900 | 2,526±277 | $70,329 |
| Tract 952050019952000 | 1,684±163 | $86,563 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Orleans County compare with Vermont's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 11th of 14 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 7th of 14 |
| Residents per square mile | 13th of 14 |
| Median household income | 11th of 14 |
| Median home value | 13th of 14 |
| Median gross rent | 13th of 14 |
| Poverty rate | 3rd of 14 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 12th of 14 |
| Median age | 9th of 14 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Orleans County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.