Barre, VT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
8,461 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
47.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,288 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$200,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$834 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$910 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Washington County
2
Barre Urban Area
2
Vermont
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Washington County
2
Barre Urban Area
2
Vermont
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 22 16
Feb 3 18 19
Mar 3 16 28
Apr 3 5 42
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 4 0 67
Aug 4 0 64
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 4 1 45
Nov 4 8 35
Dec 3 21 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 60% of residents leaning left and 32% leaning right.

Liberal (61%) (32%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 30%
Hillary Clinton 56%
Other 14%

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Congressional District, VT Washington Senatorial District, VT Washington-3 State House District, VT
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Schools

Spaulding UHSD #41
1 miles, SE • 4.6 star
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Colleges

New England Culinary Institute
5 miles, N • 1.9 star
Community College of Vermont
6 miles, N • 1.4 star
Goddard College
6 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Central Vermont Medical Center
3 miles, NW • 5 star
Gifford Medical Center
21 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Cottage Hospital
24 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Burlington International Airport
37 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Plattsburgh International Airport
57 miles, NW • 1 star
Manchester Airport
103 miles, S • 1.4 star
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