Swanton Town, VT
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
8/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- 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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
6,792
332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
21.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$72,284
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$261,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$678
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,039
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Franklin County
2
Burlington-South Burlington Metro 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
Franklin County
2
Burlington-South Burlington Metro Area
3
Vermont
2
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 21 | 15 |
| Feb | 2 | 19 | 18 |
| Mar | 3 | 17 | 28 |
| Apr | 3 | 6 | 42 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 54 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 62 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 68 |
| Aug | 5 | 0 | 66 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 57 |
| Oct | 4 | 1 | 45 |
| Nov | 4 | 8 | 35 |
| Dec | 3 | 22 | 22 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 51% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (52%) (42%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 45%Schools
Swanton Schools
<1 miles, E
Missisquoi Valley UHSD #7
2 miles, NE
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4.6
Highgate School
4 miles, E
St Albans City Elementary School
6 miles, S
Colleges
SUNY College at Plattsburgh
22 miles, W
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2.8
Clinton Community College
24 miles, SW
•
1.4
Clinton Essex Warren Washington BOCES
24 miles, W
Hospitals
Northwestern Medical Center Inc
8 miles, S
•
3.2
Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital Medical Ctr
22 miles, W
•
4.1
Univ of Vermont-Fletcher Allen Health Care
30 miles, SW
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3.2
Copley Hospital
36 miles, SE
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3.2
Airports
Plattsburgh International Airport
25 miles, SW
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1
Burlington International Airport
30 miles, SW
•
1.4
Ogdensburg International Airport
116 miles, W
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1
Albany International Airport
153 miles, SW
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1.9