Median Income
$101,058
34% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.8%
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.8%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Bennington Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population120
Median Age60.3 yrs
Density18/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans15.1%
Economy
A+
Median Income$101,058
Per Capita$37,778
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$296M
Commute36 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity31.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp41°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain17.9 in/yr
Elevation6,017 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.43
Community
2024 VoteR 87% / D 10%
Commute36 min
Broadband41.0%
Libraries2
Is Bennington a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bennington receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Bennington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bennington is $101,058, which is significantly higher than the national average — 34% above $75,149. This places Bennington among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Education
17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Bennington has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.9 inches, including 90.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Bennington has a population of 120 with a density of 18 people per square mile. The median age is 60.3 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
60.3yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Bennington vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 91.3% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.7% |
| 35% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Bennington vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Bennington is $101,058, which is 34% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.
Income: Bennington vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $101,058 |
| 34% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $37,778 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $774 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,673 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 282 |
| County GDP | $296M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 18 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,613 |
| 25% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 36.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $898 |
| 1 Bedroom | $950 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,173 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,619 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,949 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,613 |
| 25% below US avg |
In Bennington, 31.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bennington vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.8% |
| 1% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.9% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.9% |
| Depression | 24.5% |
| Mental Distress | 18.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.3% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.7% |
| Premature Death | 7,192/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 13 |
Crime Rates: Bennington vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Bennington has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.
Temperature
18°F Jan (-8°C)
65°F Jul (19°C)
| Annual Average | 41.1°F |
| 24% below US avg |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (19°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 17.9 inches |
| 53% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 90.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 33.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 6,017 ft (1,834 m) |
| Area | 6.5 sq mi (16.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 18/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.3823°N, 111.3210°W |
| County FIPS | 16007 |