Orleans, VT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
848 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,604 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$156,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$636 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$625 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Orleans County
2
Vermont
1
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Orleans County
1
Vermont
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 20 12
Feb 2 19 15
Mar 3 16 25
Apr 3 5 40
May 4 0 52
Jun 4 0 61
Jul 4 0 66
Aug 5 0 64
Sep 4 0 56
Oct 4 1 44
Nov 4 6 32
Dec 3 21 19

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (54%) (40%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 14%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, VT Orleans Senatorial District, VT Orleans-3 State House District, VT
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Schools

Lake Region UHSD #24
2 miles, SW • 4.6 star
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Colleges

Sterling College
14 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Northern Vermont University
26 miles, W • 1.9 star
Goddard College
38 miles, SW • 1 star
Community College of Vermont
41 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Copley Hospital
26 miles, W • 3.2 star
Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital
36 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Burlington International Airport
52 miles, W • 1.4 star
Portland International Jetport
123 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
135 miles, S • 1.4 star
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