Colchester, Vermont
Colchester: town in Chittenden County, Vermont, United States
About
Colchester is a town located in the county of Chittenden in the U.S. state of Vermont. Its population at the 2010 census was 17,067 and a population density of 113 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 17,102 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Colchester
| Population | 17,102 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Vermont (United States) |
| County | Chittenden County |
| Postal code | 05446 |
| Phone Area Codes | 802 |
| Area | 151.7 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 44.5439,-73.1479 |
| Altitude | 95 feet / 29 meters |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 07:06:17 (15th April 2026) |
| Density | 113 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | 0.2% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 62℉ Chance Rain Showers 7-days weather |
Geography
Colchester is located at 44°32'38"N 73°8'52"W (44.5439400, -73.1479100).
Colchester map
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Weather
A chance of rain showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 62. Northwest wind around 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%.
7-Day ForecastOfficial website of Colchester
Official WebsiteDemographics
The population of Colchester increased by 0.2% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 17,067 | - | census |
| 2011 | 17,194 | 0.74% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 17,226 | 0.19% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 17,257 | 0.18% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 17,280 | 0.13% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 17,378 | 0.56% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 17,329 | -0.28% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 17,373 | 0.25% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 17,301 | -0.42% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 17,127 | -1.02% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 17,102 | -0.15% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Colchester
1Airport Park
500 Colchester Point Rd, Colchester, VT 05446, United States View details
Phone: +18022645500 | Website available
2Causeway Park
781 Blakely Rd, Colchester, VT 05446, United States View details
Phone: +18022645500 | Website available
3Rossetti Natural Area/Thayer Beach Parking Lot
171 Holy Cross Rd, Colchester, VT 05446, United States View details
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4Vermont National Guard Library & Museum
789 Vermont National Guard Rd, Colchester, VT 05446, United States View details
Phone: +18023383360 | Website available
5Delta Park
Colchester, VT 05446, United States View details
Phone: +18028635744 | Website available
Where to Eat in Colchester
1Spare Time Colchester
215 Lower Mountain View Dr, Colchester, VT 05446, United States View details
Phone: +18026552720 | Website available
Where to Stay in Colchester
1Motel 6 Colchester, VT - Burlington
74 S Park Dr, Colchester, VT 05446, United States View details
Phone: +18026546860 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Colchester
1Farm Service Agency
356 Mountain View Dr # 104, Colchester, VT 05446, United States View details
Phone: +18026582803 | Website available
People born in Colchester (10)
People born in Colchester, including artist Donato Giancola, botanist, botanical collector and football coach Charles Palmer Nott, Vermont politician Margaret Flory, .
More notable people
- Martin S. Vilas (American politician) he was born in 01/03/1870
- Ray Collins (Baseball player and coach) he was born in 11/02/1887
- Scott Dragon (American racecar driver) he was born in 21/12/1973
- Eli B. Ames (American lawyer and politician) he was born in 03/08/1820
- Charles Palmer Nott (American phycologist (1871-1954))
- Morgan Valley (American basketball player and coach) she was born in 07/04/1981
- Robert K. Bing he was born in 08/07/1930
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Colchester, VT. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 231059 | Saint Michael's College | Colchester (VT) | 05439 |
Nearby Transit Stations (17)
Rail and bus stations connected to Colchester, VT. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESX | Essex Junction station | 29 Railroad Ave. | RAIL |
| PRK | Port Kent station | Hwy 373 & Back Rd | RAIL |
| PLB | Plattsburgh station | Bridge and Dock Sts. | RAIL |
| SAB | St. Albans station | 40 Federal Street | RAIL |
| WAB | Waterbury | US Hwy 2 and Park Row | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Colchester.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Colchester Post Office | Colchester (VT) | 05446 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Colchester, Connecticut town in the U. with a population of 15,774 people.
- Colchester, New York town in the U. with a population of 1,956 people.
- Colchester, Illinois city in McDonough County, Illinois, United States with a population of 1,273 people.
Other cities in Chittenden County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Chittenden County , VT.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Burlington | 42,899 | The capital of Vermont. |
| South Burlington | 19,578 | City in Chittenden County, Vermont, USA |
| Milton | 10,907 | Town in Vermont, United States |
| Essex Junction | 10,793 | Village located within Essex, Chittenden County, Vermont |
| Williston | 10,263 | Town in Vermont, United States |
| Shelburne | 7,649 | Town in Vermont |
| Winooski | 7,527 | City in Chittenden County, Vermont, United States |
| Hinesburg | 4,522 | Town in Vermont |
| Richmond | 4,100 | Place in Vermont, United States of America |
| Charlotte | 3,783 | Town in Chittenden County, Vermont, United States of America |
| Underhill | 3,076 | Town in Vermont |
| Westford | 2,123 | Town in Vermont |
| Huntington | 1,969 | Town in Vermont |
| Bolton | 1,188 | Town in Chittenden County, Vermont, USA |
Distance to Other Cities
Colchester distances to largest Vermont cities