Waitsfield, VT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
166 332.4M (US)
Median Age
67.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
18.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
82.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$23,068 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$460,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$708 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$967 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
25.4% 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 23 16
Feb 2 19 18
Mar 3 18 27
Apr 3 4 41
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

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 73% of residents leaning left and 18% leaning right.

Liberal (74%) (18%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 12%
Hillary Clinton 75%
Other 13%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Green Mountain Valley School
<1 miles, NW • 5 star
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Colleges

Norwich University
9 miles, SE • 3.2 star
New England Culinary Institute
14 miles, E • 1.9 star
Community College of Vermont
15 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Central Vermont Medical Center
14 miles, E • 5 star
Gifford Medical Center
20 miles, S • 4.1 star
Porter Hospital, Inc
21 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Burlington International Airport
25 miles, N • 1.4 star
Albany International Airport
110 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
111 miles, S • 1.4 star
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