Chester, Vermont
Chester: town in Windsor County, Vermont, United States
About
Chester is a town located in the county of Windsor in the U.S. state of Vermont. Its population at the 2010 census was 3,154 and a population density of 22 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 3,018 inhabitants.
The town was created 272 years ago in 1754.
Quick Facts about Chester
| Population | 3,018 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Vermont (United States) |
| County | Windsor County |
| Postal code | 05143 |
| Phone Area Codes | 802 |
| Area | 144.9 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 43.2629,-72.5951 |
| Altitude | 823 feet / 251 meters |
| Establishment | February 22, 1754 (272 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 20:31:36 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 21 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -4.51% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 50℉ Slight Chance Snow Showers then Mostly Cloudy 7-days weather |
Geography
Chester is located at 43°15'46"N 72°35'42"W (43.2628500, -72.5950900).
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Chester decreased by 4.51% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 3,154 | - | census |
| 2011 | 3,138 | -0.51% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 3,109 | -0.93% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 3,095 | -0.45% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 3,069 | -0.85% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 3,058 | -0.36% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 3,050 | -0.26% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 3,037 | -0.43% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 3,035 | -0.07% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 3,024 | -0.36% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 3,018 | -0.2% | estimation process |
Services and Civic Places in Chester
1Chester Town Hall
556 Elm St, Chester, VT 05143 View details
Phone: +18028752173 | Website available
People born in Chester (8)
People born in Chester, including chemist Donald J. Cram, Union Army officer Melvin Baldwin, politician Fernando C. Beaman, .
More notable people
- Franklin Edson (Mayor of New York City) he was born in 05/04/1832
- Merritt A. Edson (Marine Corps Medal of Honor recipient) he was born in 25/04/1897
- Edwin H. Stoughton (Union Army general) he was born in 23/06/1838
- Harvey L. Clark (American missionary) he was born in 07/10/1807
- Waitstill R. Ranney (American politician) he was born in 23/05/1791
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Chester, VT. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 183114 | River Valley Community College | Claremont (NH) | 03743-9707 |
Nearby Transit Stations (29)
Rail and bus stations connected to Chester, VT. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OKO | Okemo, Vermont | 77 Okemo Ridge Rd | BUS |
| BLF | Bellows Falls station | 54 Depot St | RAIL |
| CLA | Claremont | Plains Rd. and Maple Ave. | RAIL |
| WNM | Windsor station | 26 Depot Ave | RAIL |
| BRA | Union Station | 10 Vernon Rd | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Chester.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Chester Post Office | Chester (VT) | 05143 |
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- Chester, Illinois city in Illinois with a population of 8,145 people.
- Chester, South Carolina small rural city in Chester County, South Carolina, United States with a population of 5,363 people.
- Chester, New Hampshire human settlement in Rockingham County, New Hampshire, United States of America with a population of 5,278 people.
- Chester, Connecticut town in Middlesex County, Connecticut, United States with a population of 4,175 people.
- Chester, Pennsylvania city in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States with a population of 4,072 people.
- Chester, New York village in Orange County, New York with a population of 3,247 people.
- Chester, Ohio human settlement in Ohio, United States of America with a population of 3,107 people.
- Chester, West Virginia city in West Virginia, USA with a population of 2,313 people.
- Chester, Michigan township in Eaton County, Michigan with a population of 2,058 people.
- Chester, New Jersey borough in Morris County, New Jersey with a population of 1,620 people.
- Chester, Georgia city in Dodge County, Georgia, United States with a population of 1,560 people.
- Chester, Massachusetts town in Hampden County, Massachusetts, United States with a population of 1,365 people.
- Chester, Indiana city in United States of America with a population of 938 people.
- Chester, Montana town in and the county seat of Liberty County, Montana, United States with a population of 870 people.
- Chester, South Dakota township in Lake County, South Dakota with a population of 765 people.
- Chester, Maine town of the United States with a population of 523 people.
- Chester, Minnesota unincorporated community in Olmsted County, Minnesota with a population of 456 people.
- Chester, Texas town in Tyler County, Texas, United States with a population of 310 people.
- Chester, Nebraska human settlement in Thayer County, Nebraska, United States of America with a population of 218 people.
- Chester, Arkansas city in Arkansas with a population of 159 people.
- Chester, Iowa city in Howard County, Iowa, United States with a population of 120 people.
Other cities in Windsor County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Windsor County , VT. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 9,566 | Town in Windsor County, Vermont |
| Springfield | 8,875 | Town in Vermont, United States |
| Jericho | 5,006 | Town in Vermont, USA |
| Hartland | 3,513 | Town in Vermont, United States |
| Norwich | 3,401 | Town in Vermont |
| Windsor | 3,284 | Town in Windsor County, Vermont, USA |
| Woodstock | 2,911 | County seat of Windsor County, Vermont, United States |
| Royalton | 2,882 | Town in Vermont |
| White River Junction | 2,286 | Unincorporated village and census-designated place in the town of Hartford, Windsor County, Vermont |
| Bethel | 1,939 | Census-designated place (CDP) that comprises the central village of the town of Bethel, Windsor County, Vermont, United States |
| Ludlow | 1,856 | Town in Windsor County, Vermont, United States |
| Sharon | 1,533 | Town in Windsor County, Vermont, United States |
| Cavendish | 1,415 | Census-designated place (CDP) that comprises the central village of the town of Cavendish, Windsor County, Vermont, United States |
| Rochester | 1,085 | Town in Windsor County, Vermont, United States |
| Bridgewater | 967 | Town in Vermont |
| Barnard | 929 | Town in Windsor County, Vermont, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Chester distances to largest Vermont cities