ZIP Code 05251

ZIP code 05251, centered on Peru, ranks among Vermont's more affluent areas, with a median household income of $151,163 and per-capita income of $90,734. Homes here carry a median value of $567,900, and the county-level property tax rate of 1.64% translates into a substantial annual bill on that value. Sales tax in the area totals 6.00%, applying to everyday purchases. High earnings and pricey real estate define this ZIP's character, and the accompanying tax obligations—particularly on property—reflect the cost of living in such a community.