05602 — Montpelier, VT Home Values
Typical home value $435,954 as of June 2026 · 7th of 17 in Barre, VT
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 05602, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 05602 compares in the Barre, VT area
ZIP code 05602 (Montpelier, VT) has a typical home value of $435,954 as of June 2026, ranking 7th of 17 ZIP codes tracked in the Barre, VT area, more expensive than about 65% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +1.1% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +21.4%, from $358,988 in June 2021 to $435,954 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 25.1× the annual rent ($1,449/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Barre, VT forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Barre.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 05602 has a population of 12,491, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 90.7% White, 4.1% two or more races, 2.5% Hispanic or Latino, 1.6% Asian, 0.7% Black or African American, 0.3% another race, and 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Montpelier High School | 5 High School Drive, Montpelier, VT | 2.9 mi |
| Main Street Middle School | 170 Main Street, Montpelier, VT | 3.4 mi |
| Union Elementary School | 1 Park Avenue, Montpelier, VT | 3.5 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 05602?
$435,954 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 05602 an expensive ZIP code in the Barre, VT area?
05602 ranks 7th of 17 ZIP codes in the Barre, VT area by typical home value, more expensive than about 65% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 05602 changed over the past year?
+1.1% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 05602?
The typical home price is 25.1× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,449/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 05602?
12,491, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 05602?
Montpelier High School (2.9 mi), Main Street Middle School (3.4 mi), Union Elementary School (3.5 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 05602?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Barre, VT forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.