Bennington, VT
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- 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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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- 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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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- 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
8,888
332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
35.1%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$53,839
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$185,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$912
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$910
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Bennington County
2
Bennington 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
Bennington County
2
Bennington Urban Area
2
Vermont
2
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 18 | 20 |
| Feb | 3 | 13 | 24 |
| Mar | 4 | 12 | 32 |
| Apr | 4 | 3 | 45 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 55 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 64 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 69 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 48 |
| Nov | 4 | 4 | 38 |
| Dec | 4 | 14 | 27 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 59% of residents leaning left and 34% leaning right.
Liberal (60%) (34%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 36%Schools
Bennington Elementary School
<1 miles, NW
Southwest Vermont Career Development Center
1 miles, N
Mt Anthony Senior UHSD #14
1 miles, N
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5
Colleges
Southern Vermont College
2 miles, W
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1.9
Bennington College
4 miles, N
•
1.4
Williams College
11 miles, SW
•
4.1
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
13 miles, S
•
1.9
Hospitals
Southwestern Vermont Medical Center
1 miles, NW
•
4.1
Samaritan Hospital-St Mary's Campus
27 miles, W
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3.2
Samaritan Hospital
27 miles, W
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2.3
The Burdett Care Center
27 miles, W
Airports
Albany International Airport
33 miles, W
•
1.9
Bradley International Airport
69 miles, S
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2.8
Worcester Regional Airport
78 miles, SE
•
1
Manchester Airport
88 miles, E
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1.4