Barton Town, VT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,832 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,690 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$192,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$697 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$626 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Orleans County
2
Vermont
1
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Orleans County
1
Vermont
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 20 12
Feb 2 19 15
Mar 3 16 25
Apr 3 5 40
May 4 0 52
Jun 4 0 61
Jul 4 0 66
Aug 5 0 64
Sep 4 0 56
Oct 4 1 44
Nov 4 6 32
Dec 3 21 19

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 52% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (53%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 13%

Related Legislative Districts

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

St Pauls School
2 miles, SW
Lake Region UHSD #24
4 miles, NW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Sterling College
14 miles, W • 1.4 star
Northern Vermont University
27 miles, W • 1.9 star
Goddard College
37 miles, SW • 1 star
Community College of Vermont
40 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Copley Hospital
26 miles, W • 3.2 star
Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital
34 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Burlington International Airport
54 miles, W • 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
120 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
132 miles, S • 1.4 star
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