Bennington County, VT
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
37,312
332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
41.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$71,494
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$257,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$809
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$881
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Bennington Urban Area
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
Bennington Urban Area
2
Vermont
2
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 19 | 20 |
| Feb | 3 | 14 | 23 |
| Mar | 3 | 13 | 31 |
| Apr | 4 | 3 | 44 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 55 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 64 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 47 |
| Nov | 4 | 4 | 37 |
| Dec | 3 | 15 | 26 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 58% of residents leaning left and 35% leaning right.
Liberal (59%) (35%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 35%Schools
Arlington Memorial
3 miles, N
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4.6
Fisher School
3 miles, NW
Sunderland Elementary School
4 miles, N
Shaftsbury Elementary School
8 miles, SW
Colleges
Bennington College
10 miles, SW
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1.4
Southern Vermont College
13 miles, SW
•
1.9
Williams College
23 miles, SW
•
4.1
Marlboro College
23 miles, SE
•
1.4
Hospitals
Southwestern Vermont Medical Center
12 miles, SW
•
4.1
Grace Cottage Hospital
22 miles, E
Brattleboro Retreat
31 miles, SE
Brattleboro Memorial Hospital
31 miles, SE
•
2.3
Airports
Albany International Airport
40 miles, W
•
1.9
Bradley International Airport
79 miles, S
•
2.8
Worcester Regional Airport
82 miles, SE
•
1
Manchester Airport
85 miles, SE
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1.4