Bellows Falls, VT
Full City Profile · Vermont · Sullivan County County
Bellows Falls, VT
At a Glance
How Bellows Falls Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bellows Falls's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bellows Falls a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bellows Falls residents earn a median household income of $54,836 , which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,683. The unemployment rate stands at 2.9% (19% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,202 business establishments, including 71 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bellows Falls is $176,000 , 38% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $236,340. Median rent is $1,071/month, with 29.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Bellows Falls reports 326 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 14% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 616/100K.
Education
29.3% of adults in Bellows Falls hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below the national average). 97.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bellows Falls has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.8 inches.