Benson Town, 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
6/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
10/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- 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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
- 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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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
770
332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
33.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$75,461
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.8%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$221,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$642
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$729
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
58.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Rutland County
1
Rutland Urban Area
1
Vermont
1
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Rutland County
1
Rutland Urban Area
1
Vermont
2
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 20 | 18 |
| Feb | 2 | 16 | 21 |
| Mar | 2 | 15 | 30 |
| Apr | 2 | 4 | 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 | 2 | 18 | 23 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (49%) (45%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 50%Schools
Benson Village School
<1 miles, S
Roots and Wings Academy
5 miles, S
Putnam Central School
5 miles, NW
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3.2
Orwell Village School
6 miles, NE
Colleges
Castleton University
9 miles, S
•
2.3
Green Mountain College
14 miles, S
•
1.4
College of St Joseph
17 miles, SE
•
1.9
Middlebury College
22 miles, NE
•
3.7
Hospitals
Rutland Regional Medical Center
19 miles, SE
•
4.1
Porter Hospital, Inc
21 miles, NE
•
4.1
Glens Falls Hospital
33 miles, SW
•
2.3
Gifford Medical Center
35 miles, E
•
4.1
Airports
Burlington International Airport
53 miles, NE
•
1.4
Plattsburgh International Airport
66 miles, N
•
1
Albany International Airport
71 miles, SW
•
1.9
Manchester Airport
108 miles, SE
•
1.4