Highgate Springs, VT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 10/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Commuter’s Dream. The area offers extremely short and efficient commutes, with minimal travel times and excellent accessibility.
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
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
0.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
0.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
0 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$232,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$847 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,116 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
0.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Franklin 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

Franklin County
2
Burlington-South Burlington Metro Area
3
Vermont
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 21 15
Feb 2 19 18
Mar 3 17 28
Apr 3 6 42
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 4 0 58
Oct 4 1 46
Nov 4 8 35
Dec 3 22 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 47%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 13%

Schools

Missisquoi Valley UHSD #7
4 miles, S 4.6 star
Highgate School
4 miles, SE
Swanton Schools
4 miles, SW

Colleges

SUNY College at Plattsburgh
26 miles, SW 2.8 star
Clinton Community College
28 miles, SW 1.4 star

Hospitals

Northwestern Medical Center Inc
12 miles, S 3.2 star
Copley Hospital
39 miles, S 3.2 star

Airports

Plattsburgh International Airport
29 miles, SW 1 star
Burlington International Airport
35 miles, SW 1.4 star
Ogdensburg International Airport
117 miles, W 1 star
Albany International Airport
158 miles, SW 1.9 star