Manchester, VT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
642 332.4M (US)
Median Age
64.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
41.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
48.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,813 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$458,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$738 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$474 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
23.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 19
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 67
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 (60%) (34%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 33%
Hillary Clinton 54%
Other 13%

Schools

Burr & Burton Academy
<1 miles, NW 5 star

Colleges

Bennington College
19 miles, SW 1.4 star
Southern Vermont College
22 miles, SW 1.9 star
Green Mountain College
26 miles, N 1.4 star
Marlboro College
28 miles, S 1.4 star

Hospitals

Southwestern Vermont Medical Center
21 miles, SW 4.1 star
Springfield Hospital
30 miles, E 3.2 star
Rutland Regional Medical Center
31 miles, NE 4.1 star

Airports

Albany International Airport
47 miles, W 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
84 miles, SE 1.4 star
Worcester Regional Airport
86 miles, S 1 star
Bradley International Airport
87 miles, S 2.8 star