Chester, VT

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Chester Overview

1,097
TOTAL POPULATION
498
MALE POPULATION
599
FEMALE POPULATION
83.14
MALES / 100 FEMALES
120.28
FEMALES / 100 MALES
40.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$33,180
PER CAPITA INCOME
$83,542
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$63,919
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
1.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
98.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.37
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
538
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
62.6%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Chester Zip Codes

Chester Area Codes

Race in Chester

The most populous races in Chester are White / Caucasian (1,073 | 97.8%), and Two or more Races (24 | 2.2%).
Race in Chester
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino00.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian1,07397.8%
Two or more Races242.2%
Some other Race00.0%
Total1,097100.0%

Ancestry in Chester

The most populous ancestries reported in Chester are Irish (262 | 23.9%), German (250 | 22.8%), English (159 | 14.5%), American (96 | 8.7%), and Italian (86 | 7.8%), together accounting for 77.8% of all Chester residents.
Ancestry in Chester
Ancestry# Population% Population
American968.7%
Canadian211.9%
Danish615.6%
English15914.5%
European131.2%
French655.9%
French Canadian777.0%
German25022.8%
Irish26223.9%
Italian867.8%
Polish575.2%
Scottish433.9%
Swedish867.8%
Ukrainian383.5%
Welsh111.0%
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Immigrants in Chester

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Chester came from Canada (77 | 7.0%), England (23 | 2.1%), Europe (23 | 2.1%), and Northern Europe (23 | 2.1%), together accounting for 13.3% of all Chester residents.
Immigrants in Chester
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Canada777.0%
England232.1%
Europe232.1%
Northern Europe232.1%
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Sex and Age in Chester

Sex and Age in Chester

The most populous age groups in Chester are 70 to 74 Years (88 | 17.7%) for men and 65 to 69 Years (90 | 15.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Chester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years48 (9.6%)25 (4.2%)
5 to 9 Years32 (6.4%)45 (7.5%)
10 to 14 Years12 (2.4%)55 (9.2%)
15 to 19 Years35 (7.0%)13 (2.2%)
20 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)50 (8.4%)
25 to 29 Years28 (5.6%)33 (5.5%)
30 to 34 Years42 (8.4%)11 (1.8%)
35 to 39 Years39 (7.8%)83 (13.9%)
40 to 44 Years38 (7.6%)22 (3.7%)
45 to 49 Years11 (2.2%)51 (8.5%)
50 to 54 Years23 (4.6%)9 (1.5%)
55 to 59 Years47 (9.4%)17 (2.8%)
60 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)8 (1.3%)
65 to 69 Years27 (5.4%)90 (15.0%)
70 to 74 Years88 (17.7%)69 (11.5%)
75 to 79 Years8 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over20 (4.0%)18 (3.0%)
Total498 (100.0%)599 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Chester

Median Family Size in Chester

Median Family Size in Chester
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple285 (92.5%)2.97
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother23 (7.5%)2.91
Total Families308 (100.0%)2.96

Median Household Size in Chester

Median Household Size in Chester
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple285 (64.2%)2.97
Single Male/Father0 (0.0%)-
Single Female/Mother23 (5.2%)3.48
Non-family136 (30.6%)1.26
Total Households444 (100.0%)2.47

Household Size by Marriage Status in Chester

Out of a total of 444 households in Chester, 308 (69.4%) are family households, while 136 (30.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 126, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 98.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Chester
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-98 (22.1%)
2-Person Households125 (28.1%)38 (8.6%)
3-Person Households126 (28.4%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households35 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households22 (5.0%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total308 (69.4%)136 (30.6%)

Female Fertility in Chester

Fertility by Age in Chester

Female Fertility by Age in Chester
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Chester

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Chester
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Chester

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Chester
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Chester

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Chester
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Chester

Income Overview in Chester

Per Capita Income in Chester is $33,180, while median incomes of families and households are $83,542 and $63,919 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income1,097$33,180
Median Family Income308$83,542
Mean Family Income308$98,031
Median Household Income444$63,919
Mean Household Income444$80,324
Income Deficit308$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)1,0971.24%
Wage / Income Gap ($)1,09798.76¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index1,0970.37

Earnings by Sex in Chester

Average Earnings in Chester are $50,238, $50,673 for men and $50,043 for women, a difference of 1.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Chester
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male251 (44.2%)$50,673
Female317 (55.8%)$50,043
Total568 (100.0%)$50,238

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Chester

The most common earnings brackets in Chester are $30,000 to $34,999 for men (54 | 21.5%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (67 | 21.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Chester
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)12 (3.8%)
$5,000 to $7,49926 (10.4%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)15 (4.7%)
$10,000 to $12,4990 (0.0%)27 (8.5%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)17 (5.4%)
$15,000 to $17,49919 (7.6%)0 (0.0%)
$17,500 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $29,99923 (9.2%)35 (11.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99954 (21.5%)7 (2.2%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)7 (2.2%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)21 (6.6%)
$45,000 to $49,9990 (0.0%)17 (5.4%)
$50,000 to $54,99941 (16.3%)38 (12.0%)
$55,000 to $64,99948 (19.1%)67 (21.1%)
$65,000 to $74,99916 (6.4%)5 (1.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)49 (15.5%)
$100,000+24 (9.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total251 (100.0%)317 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Chester

Average earnings in Chester are $52,115 for men and $52,198 for women, a difference of 0.2%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $52,404, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $52,404. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $57,333, while those with bachelor's degree education have the smallest earnings of $57,333.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Chester
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$52,404$0
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$52,115$52,198

Family Income in Chester

Family Income Brackets in Chester

According to the Chester family income data, there are 96 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 31.2% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Chester
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,9993912.7%
$25,000 to $34,99900.0%
$35,000 to $49,999144.5%
$50,000 to $74,9999631.2%
$75,000 to $99,999123.9%
$100,000 to $149,9999530.8%
$150,000 to $199,9994113.3%
$200,000+113.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Chester

4-person families (35 | 11.4%) account for the highest median family income in Chester with $146,645 per family, while 3-person families (119 | 38.6%) have the highest median income of $37,765 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Chester
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families132 (42.9%)$0
3-Person Families119 (38.6%)$113,295
4-Person Families35 (11.4%)$146,645
5-Person Families22 (7.1%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total308 (100.0%)$83,542

Family Income by Number of Earners in Chester

Family Income by Number of Earners in Chester
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners67 (21.7%)$0
1 Earner30 (9.7%)$0
2 Earners211 (68.5%)$115,819
3+ Earners0 (0.0%)$0
Total308 (100.0%)$83,542

Household Income in Chester

Household Income Brackets in Chester

With 149 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Chester, accounting for 33.6% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Chester
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99910122.7%
$25,000 to $34,999112.5%
$35,000 to $49,999153.4%
$50,000 to $74,99914933.6%
$75,000 to $99,999214.7%
$100,000 to $149,9999521.4%
$150,000 to $199,999419.2%
$200,000+112.5%

Household Income by Householder Age in Chester

Household Income by Householder Age in Chester
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years156 (35.1%)$0
45 to 64 Years102 (23.0%)$0
65+ Years186 (41.9%)$0
Total444 (100.0%)$63,919

Poverty in Chester

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Chester

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Chester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Chester

According to the poverty statistics in Chester, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Chester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years48 (100.0%)25 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years32 (100.0%)61 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years12 (100.0%)39 (100.0%)
15 Years20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years15 (100.0%)13 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)50 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years70 (100.0%)44 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years77 (100.0%)105 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years34 (100.0%)60 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years47 (100.0%)25 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years115 (100.0%)159 (100.0%)
75 Years and over28 (100.0%)18 (100.0%)
Total498 (100.0%)599 (100.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Chester

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Chester
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children134 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children129 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total285 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Chester

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Chester
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Chester

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Chester
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Chester

Employment by Class of Employer in Chester

Among the 526 employed individuals in Chester, private company employees (185 | 35.2%), self-employed (not incorporated) (99 | 18.8%), and self-employed (incorporated) (95 | 18.1%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Chester
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees18535.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)9518.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)9918.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations7414.1%
Local Government Employees7313.9%
State Government Employees00.0%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total526100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Chester

According to the labor force statistics for Chester, out of the total population over 16 years of age (860), 62.6% or 538 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.2% or 12 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 100.0% or 53 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 26.1% or 12 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Chester
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years35 (70.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years46 (75.4%)12 (26.1%)
30 to 34 Years53 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years182 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years75 (79.8%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years31 (48.4%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years116 (42.3%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total538 (62.6%)12 (2.2%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Chester

According to labor force statistics for Chester, 83.8% of individuals (387) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (462) are in the labor force, with 3.1% or 12 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of high school diploma, with 100.0% or 86 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 15.4% or 12 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Chester
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma86 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree78 (62.9%)19 (15.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher223 (88.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total387 (83.8%)14 (3.1%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Chester

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Chester are Community & Social Service (96 | 18.2%), Management (74 | 14.1%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (59 | 11.2%), Health Technologists (54 | 10.3%), and Education Instruction & Library (52 | 9.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Chester

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Chester, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (100.0%), Education, Arts & Media (61.4%), and Community & Social Service (28.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (100.0%), Education Instruction & Library (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Chester
OccupationMaleFemale
Management74 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)23 (100.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 27 (28.1%)69 (71.9%)
Education, Arts & Media27 (61.4%)17 (38.6%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library0 (0.0%)52 (100.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating0 (0.0%)59 (100.0%)
Health Technologists0 (0.0%)54 (100.0%)
Total (Category)101 (40.1%)151 (59.9%)
Total (Overall)236 (44.9%)290 (55.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Chester are Healthcare Support (46 | 8.7%), Food Preparation & Serving (28 | 5.3%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (13 | 2.5%).
Services Occupations in Chester

Services Occupations by Sex

Services Occupations by Sex in Chester
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)46 (100.0%)
Security & Protection0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)13 (14.9%)74 (85.1%)
Total (Overall)236 (44.9%)290 (55.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Chester are Sales & Related (18 | 3.4%), and Office & Administration (11 | 2.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Chester

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Chester
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related2 (11.1%)16 (88.9%)
Office & Administration11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)13 (44.8%)16 (55.2%)
Total (Overall)236 (44.9%)290 (55.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Chester are Construction & Extraction (69 | 13.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (59 | 11.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Chester

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Chester
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry42 (71.2%)17 (28.8%)
Construction & Extraction54 (78.3%)15 (21.7%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)96 (75.0%)32 (25.0%)
Total (Overall)236 (44.9%)290 (55.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Chester are , and Production (30 | 5.7%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Chester

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Chester
OccupationMaleFemale
Production13 (43.3%)17 (56.7%)
Transportation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)13 (43.3%)17 (56.7%)
Total (Overall)236 (44.9%)290 (55.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Chester

Employment Industries in Chester

The major employment industries in Chester include Health Care & Social Assistance (116 | 22.1%), Construction (107 | 20.3%), Educational Services (64 | 12.2%), Accommodation & Food Services (45 | 8.6%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (40 | 7.6%).
Employment Industries in Chester

Employment Industries by Sex in Chester

The Chester industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Manufacturing (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Chester
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting23 (57.5%)17 (42.5%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction107 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade2 (22.2%)7 (77.8%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)9 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services12 (18.8%)52 (81.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance11 (9.5%)105 (90.5%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)45 (100.0%)
Public Administration0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
Total236 (44.9%)290 (55.1%)

Education in Chester

School Enrollment in Chester

The most common levels of schooling among the 213 students in Chester are elementary school (93 | 43.7%), high school (74 | 34.7%), and middle school (25 | 11.7%).
School Enrollment in Chester
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool62.8%
Kindergarten00.0%
Elementary School9343.7%
Middle School2511.7%
High School7434.7%
College / Undergraduate157.0%
Graduate / Professional00.0%
Total213100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Chester

Out of a total of 213 students who are enrolled in schools in Chester, 74 (34.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 139 (65.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 6 (100.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 77 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Chester
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old77 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds29 (43.3%)38 (56.7%)
15 to 17 Year Olds33 (68.8%)15 (31.2%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)15 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total139 (65.3%)74 (34.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Chester

Education (113 | 27.4%), visual & performing arts (62 | 15.0%), communications (51 | 12.4%), bio, nature & agricultural (47 | 11.4%), and arts & humanities (41 | 10.0%) are the most common fields of study among 412 individuals in Chester who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Chester
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural4711.4%
Physical & Health Sciences00.0%
Psychology215.1%
Social Sciences358.5%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies256.1%
Science & Technology00.0%
Business92.2%
Education11327.4%
Literature & Languages81.9%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts6215.0%
Communications5112.4%
Arts & Humanities4110.0%
Total412100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Chester

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Chester

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Chester are males with 2 vehicles (210, accounting for 89.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (219, making up 72.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Chester
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle2 (0.9%)22 (7.6%)
2 Vehicles210 (89.0%)219 (75.5%)
3 Vehicles24 (10.2%)22 (7.6%)
4 Vehicles0 (0.0%)27 (9.3%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total236 (100.0%)290 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Chester

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Chester are 20 to 24 minutes (96 commuters, 19.1%), 5 to 9 minutes (84 commuters, 16.7%), and 30 to 34 minutes (80 commuters, 15.9%).
Commute Time in Chester
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes142.8%
5 to 9 Minutes8416.7%
10 to 14 Minutes183.6%
15 to 19 Minutes6412.8%
20 to 24 Minutes9619.1%
25 to 29 Minutes489.6%
30 to 34 Minutes8015.9%
35 to 39 Minutes00.0%
40 to 44 Minutes102.0%
45 to 59 Minutes285.6%
60 to 89 Minutes6011.9%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Chester

The most common commute times in Chester are 60 to 89 minutes (60 commuters, 25.4%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (56 commuters, 21.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Chester
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)14 (5.3%)
5 to 9 Minutes28 (11.9%)56 (21.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes13 (5.5%)5 (1.9%)
15 to 19 Minutes13 (5.5%)51 (19.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes50 (21.2%)46 (17.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes23 (9.8%)25 (9.4%)
30 to 34 Minutes32 (13.6%)48 (18.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)10 (3.8%)
45 to 59 Minutes17 (7.2%)11 (4.1%)
60 to 89 Minutes60 (25.4%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Chester

The most frequent times of departure to work in Chester are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (77, 32.6%) for males and 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM (63, 23.7%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Chester
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)13 (4.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM13 (5.5%)7 (2.6%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM0 (0.0%)34 (12.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM11 (4.7%)5 (1.9%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM77 (32.6%)55 (20.7%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM66 (28.0%)29 (10.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM19 (8.1%)39 (14.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM0 (0.0%)21 (7.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM50 (21.2%)63 (23.7%)
Total236 (100.0%)266 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Chester

Occupancy by Ownership in Chester

Of the total 444 dwellings in Chester, owner-occupied units account for 265 (59.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 179 (40.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Chester
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units26559.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units17940.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units444100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Chester

Occupancy by Household Size in Chester
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household9822.1%
2-Person Household16336.7%
3-Person Household12628.4%
4+ Person Household5712.8%
Total Housing Units444100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Chester

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Chester
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household63 (64.3%)35 (35.7%)
2-Person Household70 (42.9%)93 (57.1%)
3-Person Household86 (68.2%)40 (31.8%)
4+ Person Household46 (80.7%)11 (19.3%)
Total Housing Units265 (59.7%)179 (40.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Chester

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Chester
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School0 (0.0%)39 (100.0%)
High School Diploma95 (88.8%)12 (11.2%)
College/Associate Degree51 (50.5%)50 (49.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher119 (60.4%)78 (39.6%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Chester

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Chester
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years5512.4%
35 to 44 Years10122.8%
45 to 54 Years439.7%
55 to 64 Years5913.3%
65 to 74 Years15835.6%
75 to 84 Years00.0%
85 Years and Over286.3%
Total444100.0%

Housing Finances in Chester

Median Income by Occupancy in Chester

Median Income by Occupancy in Chester
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied265 (59.7%)$65,739
Renter-Occupied179 (40.3%)$58,520
Average444 (100.0%)$63,919

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Chester

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Chester
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99927 (10.2%)35 (19.6%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)39 (21.8%)
$25,000 to $34,99911 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99915 (5.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99995 (35.8%)54 (30.2%)
$75,000 to $99,99921 (7.9%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99955 (20.7%)40 (22.4%)
$150,000 or more41 (15.5%)11 (6.1%)
Total265 (100.0%)179 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Chester

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Chester
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49913 (4.9%)12 (6.7%)
$500 to $79936 (13.6%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $99961 (23.0%)77 (43.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49985 (32.1%)79 (44.1%)
$1,500 to $1,99936 (13.6%)11 (6.1%)
$2,000 to $2,49934 (12.8%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total265 (100.0%)179 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Chester

Housing Structures in Chester

Housing Structures in Chester
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached32072.1%
Single Unit, Attached81.8%
2 Unit Apartments276.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments398.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments388.6%
10 or more Apartments122.7%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total444100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Chester

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Chester
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached257 (80.3%)63 (19.7%)
Single Unit, Attached8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)39 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)38 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total265 (59.7%)179 (40.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Chester

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Chester
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms23 (8.7%)50 (27.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms47 (17.7%)51 (28.5%)
6 or 7 Rooms112 (42.3%)78 (43.6%)
8 or more Rooms83 (31.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total265 (100.0%)179 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Chester

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Chester
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas29 (10.9%)29 (16.2%)
Electricity8 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene211 (79.6%)150 (83.8%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels17 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total265 (100.0%)179 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Chester

Household Vehicle Usage in Chester
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle27 (10.2%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle44 (16.6%)35 (19.6%)
2 Vehicles143 (54.0%)144 (80.4%)
3 or more Vehicles51 (19.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total265 (100.0%)179 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Chester

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Chester

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units129136
Median Property Value$293,800$256,300
Median Household Income$63,594$13
Monthly Housing Costs$928$0
Real Estate Taxes$4,569$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Chester

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Chester
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,99927 (20.9%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,99941 (31.8%)117 (86.0%)
$300,000 to $499,99953 (41.1%)19 (14.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9998 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total129 (100.0%)136 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Chester

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Chester
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)7 (5.1%)
$10,000 to $24,99927 (20.9%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99911 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,9998 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,99945 (34.9%)7 (5.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9992 (1.5%)50 (36.8%)
$100,000 to $149,9998 (6.2%)19 (14.0%)
$150,000 or more28 (21.7%)47 (34.6%)
Total129 (100.0%)136 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Chester

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Chester
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x28 (21.7%)84,792 (62,347.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x2 (1.5%)18 (13.2%)
3.0x to 3.9x35 (27.1%)42 (30.9%)
4.0x or more64 (49.6%)56 (41.2%)
Total129 (100.0%)136 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Chester

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Chester
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499121 (93.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total129 (100.0%)136 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Chester

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chester

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chester
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years73 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years192 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years71 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years74 (79.6%)19 (20.4%)
35 to 44 Years144 (79.1%)38 (20.9%)
45 to 54 Years94 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years72 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years274 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,040 (94.8%)57 (5.2%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Chester

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Chester
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born73 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen192 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen71 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Chester

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Chester
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000139 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99943 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999339 (85.6%)57 (14.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99954 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over465 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chester

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Chester
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 642 (57.5%)45 (61.6%)
6 to 18 Years97 (50.5%)179 (93.2%)
19 to 25 Years15 (21.1%)56 (78.9%)
25 to 34 Years27 (29.0%)47 (50.5%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)144 (79.1%)
45 to 54 Years41 (43.6%)70 (74.5%)
55 to 64 Years34 (47.2%)72 (100.0%)
65 to 74 Years274 (100.0%)133 (48.5%)
75 Years and over46 (100.0%)18 (39.1%)
Total576 (52.5%)764 (69.6%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Chester

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Chester
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)12 (12.8%)
35 to 64 Years61 (38.6%)7 (3.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)38 (23.9%)
75 Years and over20 (71.4%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Chester

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Chester: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)11 (6.9%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Chester: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Chester: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)12 (12.8%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)27 (17.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Chester: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years23 (14.6%)7 (3.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over20 (71.4%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Chester: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years61 (38.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Chester

Computing Device Access in Chester

Computing Device Access in Chester
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop34978.6%
Smartphone38486.5%
Tablet28163.3%
No Computing Device276.1%
Total444100.0%

Internet Access in Chester

Internet Access in Chester
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home31771.4%
Cellular Data Only7717.3%
Satellite Internet102.2%
No Internet5011.3%
Total444100.0%

Chester Summary

Chester, Vermont is a small town located in the southwestern corner of the state, in the heart of the Green Mountains. It is a rural community with a population of 2,845 as of the 2010 census. The town is situated in the Connecticut River Valley, and is bordered by the towns of Andover, Cavendish, Grafton, Londonderry, and Springfield.

History

Chester was first settled in 1763 by a group of settlers from Connecticut. The town was named after the English city of Chester, and was incorporated in 1780. The town was originally an agricultural community, with the main crops being corn, wheat, and potatoes. In the 19th century, the town was home to several small industries, including a sawmill, gristmill, and a tannery.
In the late 19th century, the town began to experience a period of growth and prosperity. The railroad arrived in 1875, and the town became a popular tourist destination. The town was home to several resorts, including the Chester House, the Chester Inn, and the Chester Hotel.

Geography

Chester is located in the southwestern corner of Vermont, in the heart of the Green Mountains. The town is situated in the Connecticut River Valley, and is bordered by the towns of Andover, Cavendish, Grafton, Londonderry, and Springfield. The town is located approximately 25 miles from the state capital of Montpelier.
The town is home to several small lakes, including Lake Rescue, Lake Whitingham, and Lake Sadawga. The town is also home to several small streams, including the Williams River, the Black River, and the Saxtons River.

Economy

Chester is a rural community with a strong agricultural base. The town is home to several small farms, and the main crops are corn, wheat, and potatoes. The town is also home to several small businesses, including a sawmill, gristmill, and a tannery.
The town is also home to several small manufacturing companies, including a furniture factory, a paper mill, and a plastics factory. The town is also home to several small retail stores, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a clothing store.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Chester was 2,845. The racial makeup of the town was 97.3% White, 0.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.2% from other races, and 1.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
The median household income in Chester was $45,938, and the median family income was $51,938. The per capita income for the town was $22,938. About 8.3% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 6.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Chester?
Total Population of Chester is 1,097.
What is the Total Male Population of Chester?
Total Male Population of Chester is 498.
What is the Total Female Population of Chester?
Total Female Population of Chester is 599.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Chester?
There are 83.14 Males per 100 Females in Chester.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Chester?
There are 120.28 Females per 100 Males in Chester.
What is the Median Population Age in Chester?
Median Population Age in Chester is 40.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Chester
Average Family Size in Chester is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Chester
Average Household Size in Chester is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Chester?
Per Capita income in Chester is $33,180.
What is the Median Family Income in Chester?
Median Family Income in Chester is $83,542.
What is the Median Household income in Chester?
Median Household Income in Chester is $63,919.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Chester?
Income or Wage Gap in Chester is 1.2%.
Women in Chester earn 98.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Chester?
Inequality or Gini Index in Chester is 0.37.
How Large is the Labor Force in Chester?
There are 538 People in the Labor Forcein in Chester.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Chester?
62.6% of People are in the Labor Force in Chester.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Chester?
Unemployment Rate in Chester is 2.2%.