Bethel, VT

Vermont

Bethel is a small town in Vermont with a population of 555. Residents earn $66,250 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
555 Population 291/sq mi density
$66,250 Median Income $42,251 per capita
$269,100 Home Value $321,651 Zillow
$1,135 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$66,250 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$269,100 home value, $1,135/mo rent
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,250
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $269,100
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.5%
11% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,135
2% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.0%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population555
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density291/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$66,250
Per Capita$42,251
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,759M
Commute32 min

Housing

A
Home Value$269,100
Rent$1,135
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$321,651

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.2%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain48.9 in/yr
Elevation541 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.5%
High School+97.2%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
Commute32 min
EV Stations3
Libraries24

Is Bethel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bethel receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Bethel stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bethel is $66,250, 12% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bethel is $269,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,135 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Bethel has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.9 inches, including 75.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Bethel has a population of 555 with a density of 291 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%).

Population

555
Total Population
291
People / sq mi
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58%
Female 42%

Race & Ethnicity

Bethel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bethel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bethel is $66,250, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Bethel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,250
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,251
Avg Weekly Wage$1,209
IRS Avg AGI$86,103

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,052
County GDP$3,759M

Business (County)

Restaurants199
Healthcare168
Retail245
Manufacturing110

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$11,255
222% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bethel is $269,100, 5% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,135 (2% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $321,651.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$269,100
5% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$321,651
Median List Price$175,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$175,000
$/Sq Ft$237
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio95.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,135
2% below US avg

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-Occupied57.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$11,255
222% above US avg
Effective Rate4.18%
In Bethel, 29.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 30.2% report depression. 17.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.0%
10% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure25.6%
Asthma11.6%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity17.6%
Depression30.2%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Checkup Rate70.0%
Premature Death8,663/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access69.3%
Healthcare Facilities168

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Bethel has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.0°F
19% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.9 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall75.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation541 ft (165 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density291/sq mi
Coordinates43.8297°N, 72.6345°W
County FIPS50027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 37.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 35.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.7%
D 66.3%

Winner: Democrat by 35.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.5%
11% above US avg
High School+97.2%
School Test Score6.02
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density291/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities168
Restaurants199
Retail Stores245

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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