Barnet, VT

Vermont

Barnet is a small town in Vermont with a population of 92.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
92 Population 146/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $16,649 per capita
$189,600 Home Value $312,730 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $189,600
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.8%
3% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.4%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 56.7%
357% higher than US avg

How Barnet Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population92
Median Age25.5 yrs
Density146/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$16,649
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty56.7%
County GDP$1,641M

Housing

Home Value$189,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$312,730

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Elevation489 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 54%
CommuteN/A
Broadband30.0%
Libraries14

Is Barnet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barnet receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Barnet offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 56.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Barnet is $189,600, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Barnet experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches, including 87.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Barnet has a population of 92 with a density of 146 people per square mile. The median age is 25.5 years, 34% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

92
Total Population
146
People / sq mi
25.5yrs
Median Age
34% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.9%
Female 64.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Barnet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only61.3%
22% below US avg
Spanish38.7%
189% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Barnet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barnet is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 56.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Barnet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$16,649
Avg Weekly Wage$1,065
IRS Avg AGI$62,915

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate56.7%
357% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,220
County GDP$1,641M

Business (County)

Restaurants84
Healthcare121
Retail137
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,286
108% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.84%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home14.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Barnet is $189,600, 33% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $312,730.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$189,600
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$312,730

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,124
1 Bedroom$1,203
2 Bedrooms$1,487
3 Bedrooms$1,922
4 Bedrooms$2,111

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,286
108% above US avg
Effective Rate3.84%
In Barnet, 30.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Barnet vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.4%
5% below US avg
Diabetes7.0%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma12.0%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Checkup Rate73.6%
Premature Death8,885/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access55.7%
Healthcare Facilities121

Crime Rates: Barnet vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Barnet has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall87.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation489 ft (149 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density146/sq mi
Coordinates44.2955°N, 72.0498°W
County FIPS50005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 34.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 12.4-point margin. 30.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42%
D 54.5%

Winner: Democrat by 12.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.8%
3% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.02
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density146/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access30.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities121
Restaurants84
Retail Stores137

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home14.8%

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