Bennington Senatorial District, 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
6/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
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Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
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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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- 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
41,677
332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
41.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$72,524
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$265,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$811
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$883
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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
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 34% leaning right.
Liberal (59%) (35%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 34%Schools
Sunderland Elementary School
5 miles, NW
Arlington Memorial
5 miles, NW
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4.6
Fisher School
5 miles, NW
Burr & Burton Academy
9 miles, N
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5
Colleges
Bennington College
12 miles, W
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1.4
Southern Vermont College
14 miles, SW
•
1.9
Marlboro College
21 miles, SE
•
1.4
Marlboro College Graduate & Professional Studies
22 miles, SE
Hospitals
Southwestern Vermont Medical Center
14 miles, SW
•
4.1
Grace Cottage Hospital
20 miles, E
Brattleboro Retreat
28 miles, SE
Brattleboro Memorial Hospital
28 miles, SE
•
2.3
Airports
Albany International Airport
43 miles, W
•
1.9
Bradley International Airport
78 miles, S
•
2.8
Worcester Regional Airport
80 miles, SE
•
1
Manchester Airport
82 miles, SE
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1.4