Chester, VT is a rural town located in the southwestern part of the state with a population of 3,010 according to the latest census. It has a population density of 54 people per square mile, much lower than the US average of 93 people per square mile. Despite its small size, Chester has plenty to offer locals and visitors alike.
The town is home to some great businesses such as The Red Dot Café, which serves delicious breakfast and lunch dishes; J&J’s Market, offering local produce and groceries; and Bizi’s Barbershop for all your hair cutting needs. For those looking for outdoor activities, there are plentiful hiking trails to explore year-round as well as camping spots at nearby Butternut Mountain State Park. There are also many organizations such as Chester Historical Society and Chester Rotary Club that help support the community. On top of that, locals can enjoy attending local sporting events like the annual football game between two rival high schools held in October each year.
The population in Chester is 3,010. There are 54 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Chester is 53.2, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Chester is 2.2, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Chester
- 61.3% are married
- 16.6% are divorced
- 28.7% are married with children
- 10.2% have children, but are single
Race in Chester
- 87.4% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 1.1% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 10.1% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.2% Two or more races
- 0.3% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander