Ripton, Vermont facts for kids
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Ripton, Vermont
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The Ripton Community House
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Location in Addison County and the state of Vermont.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Vermont |
| County | Addison |
| Chartered | 1781 |
| Communities | Ripton Bread Loaf |
| Area | |
| • Total | 49.8 sq mi (129.1 km2) |
| • Land | 49.7 sq mi (128.7 km2) |
| • Water | 0.2 sq mi (0.4 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,680 ft (510 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 739 |
| • Density | 15/sq mi (5.7/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
05766
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| Area code | 802 |
| FIPS code | 50-59650 |
Ripton is a small town located in Addison County, Vermont, in the United States. It's known for its beautiful natural surroundings and quiet, rural feel. In 2020, about 739 people lived there. Ripton is a great place to learn about Vermont's natural beauty and its connection to famous writers.
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Geography of Ripton
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Ripton is in the eastern part of Addison County, nestled within Vermont's Green Mountains. This area is very hilly and covered mostly by forests with hardwood trees.
Mountains and Natural Features
The highest point in Ripton is Bread Loaf Mountain, which stands at 3,835 feet (1,169 meters) tall. This mountain gives its name to a nearby community called Bread Loaf. It also inspired the name of a special writers' conference held there every summer.
While the path to Middlebury Gap starts in Ripton, the highest point of the Gap is actually in the neighboring town of Hancock.
Neighboring Towns
Ripton shares its borders with several other towns. To the west, it's next to Middlebury. To the north, you'll find Bristol and Lincoln. East of Ripton is Granville. To the southeast, it borders Hancock, and to the south, Goshen. Finally, to the southwest, Ripton is next to Salisbury.
Land and Water Area
The total area of Ripton is about 129.1 square kilometers (49.8 square miles). Most of this is land, covering 128.7 square kilometers (49.7 square miles). Only a small part, about 0.4 square kilometers (0.15 square miles), is water.
Special Events in Ripton
Ripton is home to a very famous event called the Bread Loaf Writers' Conference. This conference happens every year and brings together writers from all over.
Jessica Ravitz from CNN once described Ripton as a place where "cell service fails more often than it works." She also noted that the local country store is truly just that – a simple, charming store. She mentioned seeing "Tibetan prayer flags wave outside a weather-worn home" and "the fog lifts to reveal a white horse grazing in a field." This shows Ripton's peaceful and natural atmosphere.
How Many People Live in Ripton?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1810 | 15 | — | |
| 1820 | 42 | 180.0% | |
| 1830 | 278 | 561.9% | |
| 1840 | 357 | 28.4% | |
| 1850 | 567 | 58.8% | |
| 1860 | 570 | 0.5% | |
| 1870 | 617 | 8.2% | |
| 1880 | 672 | 8.9% | |
| 1890 | 568 | −15.5% | |
| 1900 | 525 | −7.6% | |
| 1910 | 421 | −19.8% | |
| 1920 | 237 | −43.7% | |
| 1930 | 194 | −18.1% | |
| 1940 | 231 | 19.1% | |
| 1950 | 207 | −10.4% | |
| 1960 | 131 | −36.7% | |
| 1970 | 187 | 42.7% | |
| 1980 | 327 | 74.9% | |
| 1990 | 444 | 35.8% | |
| 2000 | 556 | 25.2% | |
| 2010 | 588 | 5.8% | |
| 2020 | 739 | 25.7% | |
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In the year 2000, there were 556 people living in Ripton. These people made up 210 households, with 152 of them being families. The population density was about 11.2 people per square mile (4.3 people per square kilometer).
Who Lives in Ripton?
Most of the people living in Ripton in 2000 were White (97.66%). A small number of residents were African American, Native American, or Asian. Some people also identified as being of two or more races. About 0.54% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Families and Households
Out of all the households in 2000, 38.1% had children under 18 living with them. More than half (56.2%) were married couples living together. About 11.4% of households had a female head with no husband present. The average household had 2.54 people, and the average family had 2.89 people.
Age Groups in Ripton
The median age in Ripton in 2000 was 38 years old. This means half the people were younger than 38, and half were older.
- 26.1% of the population was under 18 years old.
- 6.3% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- 30.4% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- 29.0% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- 8.3% were 65 years old or older.
For every 100 females, there were about 113 males in Ripton.
Famous People from Ripton
Ripton has been home to some notable people:
- Robert Frost: A very famous American poet. He lived in Ripton for many years.
- Bill McKibben: An important environmentalist and author who writes about climate change.
See also
In Spanish: Ripton (Vermont) para niños
