Derby Town, VT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
4,538 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
34.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,605 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$220,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$741 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$950 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Orleans County
2
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

Orleans County
1
Vermont
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 23 12
Feb 2 20 16
Mar 3 18 25
Apr 3 6 39
May 4 0 52
Jun 4 0 61
Jul 5 0 65
Aug 5 0 63
Sep 4 0 56
Oct 5 1 44
Nov 4 8 33
Dec 4 24 20

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right.

Liberal (52%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 44%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 11%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, VT Essex Senatorial District, VT Orleans-1 State House District, VT
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Schools

North Country Senior UHSD #22
3 miles, W • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Sterling College
24 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Northern Vermont University
34 miles, W • 1.9 star
Goddard College
49 miles, SW • 1 star
Community College of Vermont
51 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital
32 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Copley Hospital
35 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Burlington International Airport
60 miles, W • 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
128 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
144 miles, S • 1.4 star
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