Highgate 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
6/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
8/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- 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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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- 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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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- 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
3,510
332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
16.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$78,897
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.2%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$266,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$703
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$748
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.0%
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 | 5 | 0 | 68 |
| Aug | 5 | 0 | 66 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 58 |
| Oct | 4 | 1 | 45 |
| 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%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 46%Schools
Highgate School
2 miles, S
Missisquoi Valley UHSD #7
3 miles, SW
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4.6
Swanton Schools
4 miles, SW
Sheldon Elementary School
6 miles, SE
Colleges
SUNY College at Plattsburgh
27 miles, W
•
2.8
Clinton Community College
29 miles, SW
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1.4
Clinton Essex Warren Washington BOCES
29 miles, W
Hospitals
Northwestern Medical Center Inc
11 miles, SW
•
3.2
Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital Medical Ctr
27 miles, W
•
4.1
Univ of Vermont-Fletcher Allen Health Care
34 miles, SW
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3.2
Copley Hospital
36 miles, S
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3.2
Airports
Plattsburgh International Airport
29 miles, SW
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1
Burlington International Airport
34 miles, SW
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1.4
Ogdensburg International Airport
120 miles, W
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1
Albany International Airport
157 miles, SW
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1.9