Ludlow (town), Vermont facts for kids
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Ludlow, Vermont
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Location in Windsor County and the state of Vermont.
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 Ludlow (town), Vermont
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Vermont |
| County | Windsor |
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| Area | |
| • Total | 35.7 sq mi (92.5 km2) |
| • Land | 35.2 sq mi (91.1 km2) |
| • Water | 0.5 sq mi (1.4 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,067 ft (325 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,172 |
| • Density | 60.82/sq mi (23.481/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
05149
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| Area code(s) | 802 |
| FIPS code | 50-41275 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1462138 |
Ludlow is a town in Windsor County, Vermont, United States. It's a fun place to visit, especially for skiing! In 2020, about 2,172 people lived here.
Ludlow is famous for Okemo Mountain, which is a very popular place for skiing and snowboarding. Before it became a ski spot, Ludlow was a "mill town." This means it had many factories that made things. There was even a General Electric plant here until 1977.
In July 2023, Ludlow was greatly affected by heavy flooding and a natural disaster that hit Vermont. The town was named after Ludlow, Massachusetts, which is less than 100 miles away. Inside the town of Ludlow, there is also a smaller area called the village of Ludlow, which is where the town first started.
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Exploring Ludlow's Geography
Ludlow is located in the beautiful state of Vermont. The town covers a total area of about 35.7 square miles (92.5 km2). Most of this area, about 35.2 square miles (91.1 km2), is land. The rest, about 0.54 square miles (1.4 km2), is water.
Inside the town of Ludlow, you'll find the main village also called Ludlow. There are also two smaller communities called Grahamville and Smithville.
Lakes and Roads in Ludlow
If you love water activities, you might enjoy Lake Rescue. It's a popular lake for fun and relaxation. You can find it about three miles north of the town center. It's right along Vermont Route 100.
Vermont Route 103 is another important road that goes through the middle of Ludlow. While a major highway called Interstate 91 doesn't pass directly through Ludlow, you can easily get to it from nearby towns. The closest exits are in Rockingham and Weathersfield.
Understanding Ludlow's Climate
| Climate data for Ludlow (town) 43.3932 N, 72.7143 W, Elevation: 1,265 ft (386 m) (1991–2020 normals) | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 29.5 (−1.4) |
32.4 (0.2) |
40.2 (4.6) |
53.3 (11.8) |
66.9 (19.4) |
74.5 (23.6) |
79.1 (26.2) |
77.7 (25.4) |
70.9 (21.6) |
57.5 (14.2) |
45.6 (7.6) |
34.8 (1.6) |
55.2 (12.9) |
| Daily mean °F (°C) | 19.0 (−7.2) |
20.7 (−6.3) |
29.3 (−1.5) |
41.5 (5.3) |
54.0 (12.2) |
62.4 (16.9) |
66.9 (19.4) |
65.1 (18.4) |
57.8 (14.3) |
46.2 (7.9) |
35.8 (2.1) |
25.7 (−3.5) |
43.7 (6.5) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 8.5 (−13.1) |
9.0 (−12.8) |
18.3 (−7.6) |
29.7 (−1.3) |
41.1 (5.1) |
50.3 (10.2) |
54.7 (12.6) |
52.6 (11.4) |
44.7 (7.1) |
34.9 (1.6) |
26.1 (−3.3) |
16.7 (−8.5) |
32.2 (0.1) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 3.73 (95) |
3.32 (84) |
3.75 (95) |
4.17 (106) |
3.93 (100) |
4.91 (125) |
4.25 (108) |
3.86 (98) |
3.84 (98) |
4.72 (120) |
3.97 (101) |
4.14 (105) |
48.59 (1,235) |
| Average snowfall inches (cm) | 21.00 (53.3) |
17.50 (44.5) |
20.70 (52.6) |
5.60 (14.2) |
0.10 (0.25) |
0.00 (0.00) |
0.00 (0.00) |
0.00 (0.00) |
0.00 (0.00) |
1.00 (2.5) |
7.60 (19.3) |
17.10 (43.4) |
90.6 (230.05) |
| Source 1: PRISM Climate Group | |||||||||||||
| Source 2: NOAA (precipitation & snowfall) | |||||||||||||
Ludlow experiences a climate typical of Vermont. Summers are generally warm, and winters are cold with plenty of snow. This makes it perfect for skiing! The weather box above shows the average temperatures and how much rain and snow the town gets throughout the year.
Discovering Ludlow's Population
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1790 | 179 | — | |
| 1800 | 410 | 129.1% | |
| 1810 | 877 | 113.9% | |
| 1820 | 1,144 | 30.4% | |
| 1830 | 1,227 | 7.3% | |
| 1840 | 1,363 | 11.1% | |
| 1850 | 1,619 | 18.8% | |
| 1860 | 1,568 | −3.2% | |
| 1870 | 1,827 | 16.5% | |
| 1880 | 2,005 | 9.7% | |
| 1890 | 1,768 | −11.8% | |
| 1900 | 2,042 | 15.5% | |
| 1910 | 2,215 | 8.5% | |
| 1920 | 2,421 | 9.3% | |
| 1930 | 2,305 | −4.8% | |
| 1940 | 2,458 | 6.6% | |
| 1950 | 2,428 | −1.2% | |
| 1960 | 2,386 | −1.7% | |
| 1970 | 2,463 | 3.2% | |
| 1980 | 2,414 | −2.0% | |
| 1990 | 2,302 | −4.6% | |
| 2000 | 2,449 | 6.4% | |
| 2010 | 1,963 | −19.8% | |
| 2020 | 2,172 | 10.6% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
The census helps us understand how many people live in a town and what they are like. In 2000, there were 2,449 people living in Ludlow. The population density was about 69.4 people per square mile. This tells us how crowded or spread out people are.
About 24.3% of the households in Ludlow had children under 18 living there. This means many families call Ludlow home. The average number of people living in one home was about 2.26.
The age of people in Ludlow varies. In 2000, about 21% of the population was under 18 years old. About 18.7% were 65 years or older. The median age was 43 years. This means half the people were younger than 43, and half were older.
The median income for a household in Ludlow was $36,969 in 2000. This is the middle income for all homes. The average income for each person was $24,708. About 7.6% of the people in Ludlow lived below the poverty line. This includes about 8.6% of kids under 18.
Famous People from Ludlow
Ludlow has been home to several important people throughout history.
- Calvin Coolidge: He was the 30th president of the United States. He studied at Black River Academy in Ludlow.
- Abby Maria Hemenway: She was a well-known author and historian.
- John F. Murphy, Sr.: A politician who served in the government for a long time.
- Robert Newton Peck: A children's author, famous for his book A Day No Pigs Would Die.
- Belle L. Pettigrew: She was a teacher and a missionary.
- Richard F. Pettigrew: A lawyer, surveyor, and land developer. He also served as a US senator for South Dakota.
- John G. Sargent: He was the U.S. Attorney General, a very important legal job.
- Edward Kirk Warren: A successful businessman.
See also
In Spanish: Ludlow (Vermont) para niños
