Essex 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
7/10
home
Housing
4/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
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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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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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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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
11,486
332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
56.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$98,864
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.5%
88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.8%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$422,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$942
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,420
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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 | 19 |
| Mar | 3 | 18 | 28 |
| Apr | 3 | 7 | 41 |
| May | 4 | 1 | 53 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 62 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 67 |
| Aug | 5 | 0 | 65 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 57 |
| Oct | 4 | 2 | 45 |
| Nov | 4 | 10 | 35 |
| Dec | 3 | 21 | 22 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 62% of residents leaning left and 31% leaning right.
Liberal (63%) (32%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 24%Schools
Essex Elementary School
2 miles, SW
Founders Memorial School
3 miles, SW
Essex Middle School
3 miles, SW
Jericho Elementary School
4 miles, SE
Colleges
Saint Michael's College
6 miles, W
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3.2
O'Briens Aveda Institute
7 miles, SW
•
1
Advanced Welding Institute
7 miles, SW
University of Vermont
8 miles, W
•
2.8
Hospitals
Univ of Vermont-Fletcher Allen Health Care
8 miles, W
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3.2
Northwestern Medical Center Inc
18 miles, N
•
3.2
Copley Hospital
23 miles, E
•
3.2
Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital Medical Ctr
23 miles, NW
•
4.1
Airports
Burlington International Airport
7 miles, W
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1.4
Plattsburgh International Airport
22 miles, NW
•
1
Ogdensburg International Airport
119 miles, NW
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1
Albany International Airport
129 miles, SW
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1.9