Bethel, VT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
555 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
43.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
37.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$269,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$776 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,050 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Windsor County
2
Lebanon-Claremont 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

Windsor County
2
Lebanon-Claremont Urban Area
2
Vermont
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 20 17
Feb 2 17 20
Mar 2 14 29
Apr 2 3 42
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 4 0 67
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 4 0 58
Oct 4 0 46
Nov 4 4 36
Dec 2 18 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 58% of residents leaning left and 34% leaning right.

Liberal (59%) (34%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 31%
Hillary Clinton 57%
Other 12%

Schools

Colleges

Vermont Technical College
8 miles, NE 2.8 star
Dartmouth College
19 miles, SE 4.6 star
New England School of Hair Design
21 miles, SE 1 star

Hospitals

Gifford Medical Center
6 miles, N 4.1 star
Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital
21 miles, SE 4.1 star
Rutland Regional Medical Center
23 miles, W 4.1 star
Alice Peck Day Memorial Hospital
23 miles, SE 4.1 star

Airports

Burlington International Airport
51 miles, N 1.4 star
Manchester Airport
86 miles, S 1.4 star
Albany International Airport
95 miles, SW 1.9 star