South Barre, VT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
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
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
1,259 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$78,162 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
17 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$246,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$844 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,192 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 24 16
Feb 3 19 19
Mar 3 18 28
Apr 3 5 42
May 4 0 53
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 4 0 67
Aug 4 0 65
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 4 1 45
Nov 4 8 35
Dec 3 23 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 (63%) (31%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 30%
Hillary Clinton 57%
Other 13%

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Schools

Choice Academy
<1 miles, N • 1 star
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Colleges

New England Culinary Institute
8 miles, N • 1.9 star
Norwich University
8 miles, W • 3.2 star
Goddard College
9 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Central Vermont Medical Center
5 miles, N • 5 star
Gifford Medical Center
19 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Cottage Hospital
24 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Burlington International Airport
39 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Plattsburgh International Airport
58 miles, NW • 1 star
Manchester Airport
100 miles, S • 1.4 star
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