Wardsboro, VT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 5/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
67 332.4M (US)
Median Age
66.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
40.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$91,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$267,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$663 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$850 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Windham County
2
Brattleboro 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

Windham County
3
Brattleboro Urban Area
3
Vermont
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 20 19
Feb 3 16 23
Mar 4 13 31
Apr 4 4 44
May 4 0 55
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 5 0 68
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 5 0 47
Nov 4 4 37
Dec 4 16 26

Hazards

Inland Flood 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 28%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 14%

Schools

Leland & Gray UHSD #34
6 miles, E 4.1 star

Colleges

Marlboro College
14 miles, S 1.4 star
Landmark College
15 miles, SE 1 star

Hospitals

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital
18 miles, S 2.3 star
Springfield Hospital
23 miles, NE 3.2 star

Airports

Albany International Airport
55 miles, W 1.9 star
Manchester Airport
69 miles, SE 1.4 star
Worcester Regional Airport
71 miles, S 1 star
Bradley International Airport
76 miles, S 2.8 star