Manchester Center, 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
9/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
5/10
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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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- 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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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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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- 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
1,935
332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
38.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$88,786
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
70.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$330,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$863
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$788
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Bennington County
2
Bennington 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
Bennington County
2
Bennington Urban Area
2
Vermont
2
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 20 | 18 |
| Feb | 3 | 16 | 22 |
| Mar | 4 | 13 | 31 |
| Apr | 4 | 4 | 44 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 55 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 64 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 66 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 47 |
| Nov | 4 | 4 | 37 |
| Dec | 4 | 16 | 26 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 59% of residents leaning left and 34% leaning right.
Liberal (59%) (34%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 33%Schools
Manchester Elementary/Middle School
1 miles, W
Manchester Village School
2 miles, W
Burr & Burton Academy
3 miles, W
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5
Dorset Elementary School
3 miles, N
Colleges
Bennington College
21 miles, SW
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1.4
Southern Vermont College
24 miles, SW
•
1.9
Green Mountain College
25 miles, N
•
1.4
Marlboro College
28 miles, S
•
1.4
Hospitals
Grace Cottage Hospital
21 miles, SE
Southwestern Vermont Medical Center
23 miles, SW
•
4.1
Springfield Hospital
28 miles, E
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3.2
Rutland Regional Medical Center
29 miles, NE
•
4.1
Airports
Albany International Airport
49 miles, W
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1.9
Manchester Airport
83 miles, SE
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1.4
Worcester Regional Airport
87 miles, S
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1
Bradley International Airport
88 miles, S
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2.8