Hubbardton, Vermont facts for kids
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Hubbardton, Vermont
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Sign on Route 144 in Hubbardton
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Hubbardton, Vermont
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| Country | United States |
| State | Vermont |
| County | Rutland |
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| Area | |
| • Total | 28.9 sq mi (74.7 km2) |
| • Land | 27.5 sq mi (71.3 km2) |
| • Water | 1.3 sq mi (3.5 km2) |
| Elevation | 463 ft (141 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 735 |
| • Density | 25.43/sq mi (9.839/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Codes | |
| Area code(s) | 802 |
| FIPS code | 50-34450 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1462120 |
Hubbardton is a small town located in Rutland County, Vermont, in the United States. It's a place with a rich history. The town got its name from Thomas Hubbard, who owned land there a long time ago.
In 2020, about 735 people lived in Hubbardton. This town is famous for the Battle of Hubbardton. This important battle happened in 1777 during the Saratoga Campaign of the American Revolutionary War. British soldiers attacked American forces here.
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Hubbardton's Location and Lakes
Hubbardton covers an area of about 28.9 square miles (74.7 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 27.5 square miles (71.3 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 1.3 square miles (3.5 square kilometers), is water.
The town is home to two larger bodies of water. These are Lake Hortonia and Beebe Pond. They are popular spots for enjoying nature.
How Many People Live in Hubbardton?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1790 | 404 | — | |
| 1800 | 641 | 58.7% | |
| 1810 | 724 | 12.9% | |
| 1820 | 810 | 11.9% | |
| 1830 | 865 | 6.8% | |
| 1840 | 719 | −16.9% | |
| 1850 | 701 | −2.5% | |
| 1860 | 606 | −13.6% | |
| 1870 | 606 | 0.0% | |
| 1880 | 533 | −12.0% | |
| 1890 | 506 | −5.1% | |
| 1900 | 488 | −3.6% | |
| 1910 | 455 | −6.8% | |
| 1920 | 328 | −27.9% | |
| 1930 | 307 | −6.4% | |
| 1940 | 346 | 12.7% | |
| 1950 | 332 | −4.0% | |
| 1960 | 238 | −28.3% | |
| 1970 | 228 | −4.2% | |
| 1980 | 490 | 114.9% | |
| 1990 | 576 | 17.6% | |
| 2000 | 752 | 30.6% | |
| 2010 | 706 | −6.1% | |
| 2020 | 735 | 4.1% | |
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In 2000, there were 752 people living in Hubbardton. These people lived in 296 households, and 203 of these were families. The town had about 27 people per square mile.
Most of the people living in Hubbardton were White (95.61%). A small number were African American, Native American, or Asian. Some people were also from two or more races. About 1.60% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Age and Families
About 29.4% of households had children under 18 living with them. More than half (57.1%) were married couples. About 21.3% of households were single people living alone.
The average age in Hubbardton was 40 years old. About 22.7% of the population was under 18. About 10.5% of the people were 65 or older.
Income and Economy
In 2000, the average income for a household in Hubbardton was about $37,647 per year. For families, the average income was about $39,485.
About 13.0% of all people in the town lived below the poverty line. This included 16.7% of those under 18 and 2.4% of those 65 or older.
Famous People from Hubbardton
- Horace Holmes Thomas was a notable person from Hubbardton. He was a lawyer and an officer in the Union Army during the American Civil War. He also served as a state legislator and the Speaker of the House in Illinois.
See also
In Spanish: Hubbardton para niños
