Ripton Town, VT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
508 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
48.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$118,542 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$329,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$675 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$915 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Addison County
1
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

Addison County
1
Vermont
2
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 22 17
Feb 3 19 20
Mar 3 18 28
Apr 3 5 42
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 4 0 67
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 4 1 46
Nov 4 6 35
Dec 3 20 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 62% of residents leaning left and 31% leaning right.

Liberal (62%) (31%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 25%
Hillary Clinton 63%
Other 12%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, VT Addison Senatorial District, VT Addison-2 State House District, VT
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Schools

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Colleges

Middlebury College
9 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Vermont Technical College
20 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Norwich University
20 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Porter Hospital, Inc
9 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Gifford Medical Center
17 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Rutland Regional Medical Center
27 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Burlington International Airport
34 miles, N • 1.4 star
Albany International Airport
94 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
107 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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