Orleans County's 2026 population is estimated at 27,784, reflecting a 0.1% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Orleans County is the 11th largest county in Vermont. The 2010 population was 27,247 and has grown 1.97% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 45.7 years
Female: 47.9 years
Male: 44.5 years
There are 22,260 adults, (6,605 of whom are seniors) in Orleans County.
Female: 13,603 (49.3%)
Male: 14,003 (50.7%)
The racial composition of Orleans County includes 93.68% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, Asian, Native American, other race and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 25,862 | 93.68% |
| Two or more races | 1,032 | 3.74% |
| Black or African American | 255 | 0.92% |
| Asian | 213 | 0.77% |
| Native American | 124 | 0.45% |
| Other race | 120 | 0.43% |
Orleans County 's average per capita income is $46,685. Household income levels show a median of $70,103. The poverty rate stands at 11.73%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $100,213 | $116,753 |
| Families | $90,506 | $104,274 |
| Households | $70,103 | $91,659 |
| Non Families | $42,438 | $65,377 |
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