Stratton, Vermont facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Stratton, Vermont
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The Stratton Meetinghouse
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Stratton, Vermont
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 Stratton, Vermont
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Vermont |
| County | Windham |
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| Area | |
| • Total | 46.9 sq mi (121.5 km2) |
| • Land | 46.4 sq mi (120.1 km2) |
| • Water | 0.5 sq mi (1.4 km2) |
| Elevation | 3,199 ft (975 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 440 |
| • Density | 10/sq mi (3.7/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Codes | |
| Area code(s) | 802 |
| FIPS code | 50-70750 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1462221 |
Stratton is a small town in Windham County, Vermont, in the United States. In 2020, about 440 people lived there.
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Where is Stratton Located?
Stratton covers an area of about 46.9 square miles (121.5 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water. The highest point in the town is Stratton Mountain.
The famous Stratton Mountain Resort is located at the northern end of this mountain. The community of Stratton Mountain includes the base of the resort. It also has homes built to the north in the nearby town of Winhall.
A Look at Stratton's History
Stratton has some interesting history. In 1840, a famous speaker named Daniel Webster gave a speech on Stratton Mountain. About 10,000 members of the Whig Party came to hear him speak.
More recently, in 2011, Hurricane Irene caused a lot of flooding. Stratton was one of thirteen towns in Vermont that became cut off from others because of the floodwaters.
How Many People Live in Stratton?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1790 | 95 | — | |
| 1800 | 271 | 185.3% | |
| 1810 | 265 | −2.2% | |
| 1820 | 272 | 2.6% | |
| 1830 | 312 | 14.7% | |
| 1840 | 341 | 9.3% | |
| 1850 | 286 | −16.1% | |
| 1860 | 366 | 28.0% | |
| 1870 | 294 | −19.7% | |
| 1880 | 302 | 2.7% | |
| 1890 | 222 | −26.5% | |
| 1900 | 271 | 22.1% | |
| 1910 | 86 | −68.3% | |
| 1920 | 90 | 4.7% | |
| 1930 | 55 | −38.9% | |
| 1940 | 117 | 112.7% | |
| 1950 | 54 | −53.8% | |
| 1960 | 38 | −29.6% | |
| 1970 | 104 | 173.7% | |
| 1980 | 122 | 17.3% | |
| 1990 | 121 | −0.8% | |
| 2000 | 136 | 12.4% | |
| 2010 | 216 | 58.8% | |
| 2020 | 440 | 103.7% | |
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The population of Stratton has changed a lot over the years. In 1790, only 95 people lived there. The number grew for a while, then went down, and now it's growing again. By 2020, the population had reached 440 people.
What is the Economy Like?
The main part of Stratton's economy comes from tourism, especially because of the ski resort.
Tourism and Skiing
Stratton Mountain Resort is a big attraction in Stratton. It's famous for being the first ski resort to allow snowboarding. The resort has 91 ski trails, which are paths for skiing and snowboarding. They also have machines that can make snow, so there's always enough for winter sports.
Who are Some Famous People from Stratton?
Several well-known people have connections to Stratton:
- Lindsey Jacobellis: An Olympic snowboarder.
- Ross Powers: An Olympic and world champion snowboarder.
- Louis Vito: An Olympic snowboarder who also appeared on Dancing With The Stars.
- Robert Penn Warren: A famous poet and novelist.
See also
In Spanish: Stratton (Vermont) para niños
