Montpelier, VT
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- 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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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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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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Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
8,038
332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
49.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
66.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$79,175
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$349,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$994
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,102
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
51.1%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Washington County
2
Barre 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
Washington County
2
Barre Urban Area
2
Vermont
2
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 21 | 16 |
| Feb | 2 | 17 | 19 |
| Mar | 3 | 16 | 29 |
| Apr | 3 | 5 | 42 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 54 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 64 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 66 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 58 |
| Oct | 4 | 1 | 46 |
| Nov | 4 | 8 | 35 |
| Dec | 3 | 21 | 23 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 62% of residents leaning left and 30% leaning right.
Liberal (63%) (30%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 21%Schools
Main Street School
<1 miles, S
Union Elementary School
<1 miles, S
River Rock School
<1 miles, SW
The New School of Montpelier
<1 miles, S
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1
Colleges
New England Culinary Institute
<1 miles, SW
•
1.9
Vermont College of Fine Arts
<1 miles, S
Community College of Vermont
1 miles, N
•
1.4
Goddard College
7 miles, E
•
1
Hospitals
Vermont Psychiatric Care Hospital
3 miles, S
Central Vermont Medical Center
3 miles, S
•
5
Copley Hospital
20 miles, N
•
3.2
Gifford Medical Center
25 miles, SW
•
4.1
Airports
Burlington International Airport
32 miles, NW
•
1.4
Plattsburgh International Airport
52 miles, NW
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1
Manchester Airport
108 miles, S
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1.4
Portsmouth International Airport at Pease
120 miles, SE
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1