Jamaica Town, VT
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
10/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
3/10
accessibility
Hospitals
6/10
- 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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Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
887
332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
37.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$71,364
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$285,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$661
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$875
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
36.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Windham County
2
Brattleboro Urban 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
Windham County
3
Brattleboro Urban Area
3
Vermont
2
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 19 | 19 |
| Feb | 2 | 16 | 22 |
| Mar | 4 | 13 | 30 |
| Apr | 4 | 4 | 44 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 54 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 64 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 46 |
| Nov | 4 | 4 | 37 |
| Dec | 4 | 16 | 26 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 63% of residents leaning left and 29% leaning right.
Liberal (64%) (29%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 28%Schools
Jamaica Village School
2 miles, E
Stratton Mountain School
3 miles, NW
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5
Wardsboro Central School
4 miles, S
Mountain School at Winhall
5 miles, NW
Colleges
Landmark College
18 miles, SE
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1
Marlboro College
19 miles, S
•
1.4
Marlboro College Graduate & Professional Studies
19 miles, S
SIT Graduate Institute
19 miles, S
Hospitals
Grace Cottage Hospital
8 miles, SE
Springfield Hospital
21 miles, E
•
3.2
Brattleboro Retreat
22 miles, S
Brattleboro Memorial Hospital
22 miles, S
•
2.3
Airports
Albany International Airport
55 miles, W
•
1.9
Manchester Airport
71 miles, SE
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1.4
Worcester Regional Airport
75 miles, S
•
1
Bradley International Airport
81 miles, S
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2.8