Colchester 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
8/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
10/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- 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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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- 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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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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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.
Residents
Population
17,570
332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
40.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$97,708
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.8%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$358,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$809
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,168
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.2%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Chittenden County
2
Burlington-South Burlington Metro 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
Chittenden County
3
Burlington-South Burlington Metro Area
3
Vermont
2
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 22 | 16 |
| Feb | 2 | 21 | 18 |
| Mar | 3 | 18 | 28 |
| Apr | 3 | 7 | 41 |
| May | 4 | 1 | 53 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 62 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 65 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 57 |
| Oct | 4 | 2 | 45 |
| Nov | 4 | 9 | 35 |
| Dec | 3 | 21 | 22 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 63% of residents leaning left and 30% leaning right.
Liberal (64%) (30%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 25%Schools
Colchester Middle School
1 miles, S
Colchester High School
1 miles, S
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5
Malletts Bay School
1 miles, S
Porters Point School
2 miles, W
Colleges
Saint Michael's College
5 miles, S
•
3.2
University of Vermont
6 miles, S
•
2.8
Champlain College
6 miles, S
•
2.3
Advanced Welding Institute
8 miles, S
Hospitals
Univ of Vermont-Fletcher Allen Health Care
5 miles, S
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3.2
Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital Medical Ctr
16 miles, NW
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4.1
Northwestern Medical Center Inc
19 miles, NE
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3.2
Elizabethtown Community Hospital
30 miles, SW
Airports
Burlington International Airport
7 miles, S
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1.4
Plattsburgh International Airport
14 miles, NW
•
1
Ogdensburg International Airport
110 miles, NW
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1
Albany International Airport
128 miles, SW
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1.9