Pownal Town, VT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
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
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
3,265 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$63,984 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$237,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$649 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$777 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
81.3% 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 2 17 21
Feb 2 14 24
Mar 4 11 33
Apr 4 3 44
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 4 1 48
Nov 4 4 38
Dec 4 15 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.

Liberal (57%) (37%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 37%
Hillary Clinton 52%
Other 11%

Schools

Williamstown Elementary
5 miles, S 4.6 star
Buxton School
6 miles, S 5 star

Colleges

Williams College
5 miles, S 4.1 star
Southern Vermont College
5 miles, N 1.9 star
Bennington College
9 miles, N 1.4 star

Hospitals

Southwestern Vermont Medical Center
6 miles, NE 4.1 star
Berkshire Medical Center
23 miles, SW 2.3 star
Samaritan Hospital
24 miles, W 2.3 star

Airports

Albany International Airport
30 miles, W 1.9 star
Bradley International Airport
65 miles, S 2.8 star
Worcester Regional Airport
77 miles, SE 1 star
Manchester Airport
91 miles, E 1.4 star