Bolton Valley, VT

Vermont

Bolton Valley is a small town in Vermont with a population of 177. Residents earn $118,036 per year, which is 57% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
177 Population 402/sq mi density
$118,036 Median Income $63,085 per capita
$221,200 Home Value
$1,409 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$118,036 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$221,200 home value, $1,409/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
79.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $118,036
57% higher than US avg
Home Value $221,200
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 79.7%
136% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,409
21% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 21.7%
32% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population177
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density402/mi²
Male / Female61% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A+
Median Income$118,036
Per Capita$63,085
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$5,191M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$221,200
Rent$1,409
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity21.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Elevation1,834 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+79.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 27% / D 70%
Commute30 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries13

Is Bolton Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bolton Valley receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Bolton Valley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bolton Valley is $118,036, which is significantly higher than the national average — 57% above $75,149. This places Bolton Valley 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 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bolton Valley is $221,200, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,409 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Bolton Valley is a highly educated community — 79.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Bolton Valley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches, including 125.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Bolton Valley has a population of 177 with a density of 402 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87%).

Population

177
Total Population
402
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.5%
Female 39.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bolton Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bolton Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bolton Valley is $118,036, which is 57% 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 30 minutes.

Income: Bolton Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$118,036
57% above US avg
Per Capita Income$63,085
Avg Weekly Wage$1,304
IRS Avg AGI$78,280

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,178
County GDP$5,191M

Business (County)

Restaurants162
Healthcare223
Retail321
Manufacturing121

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,221
135% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Work from Home21.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Bolton Valley is $221,200, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,409 (21% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$221,200
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,409
21% above 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-Occupied58.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,221
135% above US avg
Effective Rate3.72%
In Bolton Valley, 21.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 11.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bolton Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity21.7%
32% below US avg
Diabetes5.0%
Heart Disease3.7%
High Blood Pressure21.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD3.8%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity11.4%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress15.1%
Physical Distress9.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate70.4%
Premature Death7,124/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access74.1%
Healthcare Facilities223

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Bolton Valley has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.2°F
20% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall125.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,834 ft (559 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density402/sq mi
Coordinates44.4166°N, 72.8575°W
County FIPS50023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 79.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (136% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 43.4-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 26.6%
D 70%

Winner: Democrat by 43.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+79.7%
136% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.02
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density402/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities223
Restaurants162
Retail Stores321

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Work from Home21.2%

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