Poultney, VT is a small town located in the southeastern corner of Vermont. With a population of 3,059 people and a population density of 75.49 people per square mile, it is among the least densely populated towns in the US with a population density of 93.29 people per square mile. Despite its small size, Poultney offers plenty of activities for residents to explore year-round. Local businesses include the Poultney General Store, which serves as the hub for local news and events, as well as providing everyday items such as groceries and hardware; and The Book & Leaf café, offering specialty coffee drinks, handmade pastries and books for sale.
Poultney offers plenty of outdoor activities such as skiing and snowboarding at Pico Mountain Resort or hiking in Green Mountain National Forest. Other local organizations include The Poultney Area Senior Center which provides resources to seniors age 60+, including meals on wheels; The Garden of Hope Community Garden which connects community volunteers with local farmers to create fresh produce that is donated to food pantries across the area; and United Counseling Services which works to strengthen individuals and families through counseling services. Finally, Poultney also supports several high school sports teams including boys' basketball and football teams that compete in Division II of the Vermont Principals Association (VPA).
The population in Poultney is 3,059. There are 71 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Poultney is 35.9, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Poultney is 2.3, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Poultney
- 47.2% are married
- 10.2% are divorced
- 22.4% are married with children
- 8.5% have children, but are single
Race in Poultney
- 94.9% are White
- 1.1% are Black
- 0.4% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.1% claim Other
- 1.6% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.9% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander