Poultney

Poultney is a hometown kind of town located in the state belt and lakes region. It has a wide, classic Main Street lined with local stores, eateries, and small business. Poultney is the only town in the region to have a designated downtown, which is the Main Street area, and a designated village center, which located in East Poultney. There is interesting architecture and history throughout Poultney and East Poultney Village, adding character to this walkable community.

Demographic

People in Poultney

Demographics are the characteristics of a population that have been categorized by distinct criteria—such as age, gender, and income—as a means to study the attributes of a particular community. Demographic information can be used to create successful marketing campaigns, economic analysis, and government policies.

3020
Total Population
35.9
Median Age
7.4%
Poverty Level
3.39
Avg. Household Size
Housing

Housing in Poultney

Housing data tells the story of where people live and how they live. Housing data can be used to inform land use bylaws, development or redevelopment, and workforce recruitment and/or retention.
1058
Total Units
1964
Avg. Year Built
21.9%
Rental Rate
78.1%
Ownership Rate
256
Seasonal Units
$176,000.00
Avg. Sale Price
Employment & Industry

Jobs in Poultney

Employment and Industry data is a barometer for the strength and resilience of the local economy.

Poultney Employment & Industry Data
38.10%
Other
34.8%
Education, Service, Healthcare
14.9%
Arts & Entertainment
12.2%
Retail
$60,750.00
Annual Avg. Wage
27.10 minutes
Avg. Commute
Resources

TOWN PLANS, BYLAWS, AND MORE!

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Poultney Town Plan adopted: May 9, 2022

Town plans preserve what is great, lay the groundwork for change, and set the stage for the future.

Bylaws

Bylaws are regulatory tools that implement the vision of the town plan.

Village Center

Village Center and Downtown Designations open the door to grants, tax credits, and other incentives.

Emergency Management

Local Hazard Mitigation Plans identify vulnerabilities and prioritize actions that are intended to eliminate or lessen the impacts of unplanned disasters.

Town Contact Information

Town Office:
9 Main Street
Office Hours:
Monday – Friday 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Poultney, Vermont

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