Essex County, VT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
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
5,972 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
21.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,985 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$167,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$581 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$751 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
46.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Vermont
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 21 12
Feb 2 19 15
Mar 2 16 25
Apr 3 5 39
May 3 0 51
Jun 4 0 60
Jul 4 0 65
Aug 4 0 63
Sep 3 0 55
Oct 4 1 43
Nov 3 7 32
Dec 3 22 19

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 45% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 13%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, VT Essex Senatorial District, VT Essex-Caledonia State House District, VT
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Schools

Stratford Public School
6 miles, E • 3.7 star
Newark School
11 miles, W
Burke Mountain Academy
12 miles, SW • 1 star

Colleges

White Mountains Community College
32 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Sterling College
32 miles, W • 1.4 star
Goddard College
46 miles, W • 1 star
Northern Vermont University
46 miles, W • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital
18 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Weeks Medical Center
19 miles, S • 4.1 star

Airports

Burlington International Airport
72 miles, W • 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
103 miles, S • 1.9 star