Bradford, VT

Vermont · Windsor County

Bradford is a small town in Vermont with a population of 1,326. Residents earn $96,213 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0

A Great

1,326 Population 1,396/sq mi density

$96,213 Median Income $43,497 per capita

$246,400 Home Value $285,481 Zillow

$1,072 Median Rent 42.9% income on rent

44°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

Overall

4.1 / 5.0

Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

4.8 / 5.0

$96,213 median income, 2.6% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$246,400 home value, $1,072/mo rent

C+

Safety

2.5 / 5.0

0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)

Education

4.3 / 5.0

41.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $96,213

28% higher than US avg

Home Value $246,400

13% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 0/100K

100% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 41.0%

22% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,072

8% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 32.2%

0% lower than US avg

Unemployment 2.6%

28% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,326

Median Age42.2 yrs

Density1,396/mi²

Male / Female57% / 43%

Largest GroupWhite 93%

Veterans5.4%

Economy

A+

Median Income$96,213

Per Capita$43,497

Unemployment2.6%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$3,759M

Commute25 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$246,400

Rent$1,072

Ownership71.0%

Zillow$285,481

Housing Units513

Rent Burden42.9%

Crime

C+

Violent0/100K

Property703/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault0/100K

Burglary148/100K

Health

Obesity32.2%

Uninsured6.2%

Smoking12.2%

Depression28.4%

Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)

AQI31 (Good)

Rain39.9 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation389 ft (119 m)

Education

Bachelor's+41.0%

High School+99.6%

Graduate+13.2%

School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%

Commute25 min

Broadband61.4%

EV Stations5

Libraries24

Is Bradford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bradford receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Bradford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bradford is $96,213, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bradford is $246,400, 13% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,072 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Bradford is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 703 per 100,000, 64% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Bradford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Bradford has a population of 1,326 with a density of 1,396 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 42.9% female and 57.1% male. The city is predominantly White (92.5%), with 5.6% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.3% of residents. 5.4% of the population are veterans. 21.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,326

Total Population

1,396

People / sq mi

42.2yrs

Median Age

8% above US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.1%

Female 42.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Bradford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.3%

24% above US avg

Spanish 2.7%

80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bradford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bradford is $96,213, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,497 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,209, 16% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3,052 business establishments, including 199 restaurants. The cost of living index is 98, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 10.1% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bradford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$96,213
	28% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$43,497
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,209
IRS Avg AGI	$86,103
Gini Index	0.469 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.6%
	28% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	3,052
County GDP	$3,759M

Business (County)

Restaurants	199
Healthcare	168
Retail	245
Manufacturing	110

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$11,255
	222% above US avg
Cost of Living	98.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.2 min
Drive Alone	57.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	10.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Bradford is $246,400, 13% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $285,481, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $1,072 (8% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,203 for a one-bedroom to $1,487 for a two-bedroom apartment. 71.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 513 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $11,255 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 42.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$246,400
	13% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$285,481

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,072
	8% below US avg
Rent Burden	42.9%

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

Homeownership	71.0%
Owner-Occupied	71.0%
Renter-Occupied	29.0%
Housing Units	513
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$11,255
	222% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.57%

In Bradford, 32.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.2% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.7% of residents, below the national average. 27.3% have high blood pressure. 12.2% are current smokers. 18.0% report binge drinking. 20.2% are physically inactive, below the national average. 28.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.8% experience frequent mental distress. 6.2% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:909. The dentist ratio is 1:1,615. 69.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	32.2%
	0% below US avg
Diabetes	7.2%
Heart Disease	4.7%
High Blood Pressure	27.3%
Asthma	11.6%
COPD	5.4%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.2%
	13% below US avg
Binge Drinking	18.0%
Physical Inactivity	20.2%
Depression	28.4%
Mental Distress	17.8%
Physical Distress	11.9%
Short Sleep	30.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	88.8%
Uninsured	6.2%
	28% below US avg
Primary Care	1:909
Dentists	1:1,615
Mental Health	1:168
Checkup Rate	72.6%
Dental Visits	64.6%
Premature Death	8,663/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.0/10
Exercise Access	69.3%
Healthcare Facilities	168

Bradford has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 703 per 100,000, 64% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 518, burglary at 148, vehicle theft at 37 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 5 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Bradford receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	0.0/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	703.4/100K
	64% below US avg
Burglary	148.1/100K
Theft	518.3/100K
Vehicle Theft	37.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	5
Traffic Accidents	2
Avg Accident Severity	3.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	C+
Safety Score	2.5 / 5.0

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Bradford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31. The city sits at an elevation of 389 feet.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	44.4°F
	18% below US avg
January Average	18°F (-8°C)
July Average	69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	389 ft (119 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density	1,396/sq mi
Coordinates	43.9959°N, 72.1245°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Windsor County County
Nearest Airport	Mount Washington Regional (HIE) 38 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.9"

5% above US avg

Wettest Month (Aug) 4.09"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.36"

Air Quality

AQI Median	31.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	61.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability	24.6 / 100
Community Resilience	72.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Relatively Moderate
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

36 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M2.6 on Jun 18, 2024.

Apr 20, 2002	8 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York	M5.3	138 km
Oct 16, 2012	5 km W of Hollis Center, Maine	M4.7	126 km
Aug 21, 1996	12 km N of Livermore, New Hampshire	M3.8	65 km
Jun 16, 1995	8 km N of Lisbon, New Hampshire	M3.8	36 km
Apr 20, 2002	5 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York	M3.7	136 km
Jan 17, 2000	4 km NNE of Dixfield, Maine	M3.6	149 km
Oct 6, 1992	1 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire	M3.4	87 km
Sep 26, 2010	2 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire	M3.2	86 km
May 24, 2002	6 km N of Au Sable Forks, New York	M3.1	136 km
May 6, 2020	9 km SE of Bedford, Canada	M3.1	133 km
Mar 11, 2020	0 km SSW of South Glens Falls, New York	M3.1	145 km
Nov 20, 1994	4 km WNW of Norway, Maine	M3.0	125 km
Jun 25, 2002	6 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York	M3.0	138 km
Jan 27, 2000	3 km WNW of Fremont, New Hampshire	M3.0	134 km
Feb 4, 2022	0 km SSW of Gorham, New Hampshire	M2.9	87 km
Apr 25, 2023	4 km SW of Center Sandwich, New Hampshire	M2.9	57 km
May 14, 2007	5 km ESE of Benson, Vermont	M2.8	96 km
Mar 23, 1992	5 km SE of Hill, New Hampshire	M2.8	67 km
Sep 28, 2002	2 km N of Wilton, New Hampshire	M2.8	129 km
Mar 21, 2016	4 km ESE of Warner, New Hampshire	M2.8	86 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Bob (1991, Cat 2).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
1991	Bob	Category 2	203 km
1985	Gloria	Category 1	240 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

70 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 16 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Aug 25, 1969	EF3	37 km	0
Jun 22, 1981	EF2	99 km	0
May 11, 1973	EF2	49 km	0
Jul 3, 1972	EF2	85 km	0
Aug 11, 1966	EF2	2 km	0
Aug 11, 1966	EF2	82 km	0
Jul 18, 1963	EF2	86 km	0
Jul 9, 1962	EF2	86 km	0
Jul 9, 1962	EF2	86 km	0
Jun 24, 1960	EF2	94 km	0
Oct 24, 1955	EF2	76 km	0
Jul 16, 2024	EF1	20 km	0
Jul 18, 2022	EF1	95 km	0
May 16, 2022	EF1	79 km	0
Mar 26, 2021	EF1	82 km	0
May 4, 2018	EF1	98 km	0
Aug 21, 2011	EF1	43 km	0
Jun 5, 2010	EF1	73 km	0
May 9, 2009	EF1	28 km	0
Jul 18, 2008	EF1	96 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	18°F (-8°C)	2.6 in	Coldest
February	19°F (-7°C)	2.4 in	Driest
March	29°F (-2°C)	2.7 in
April	41°F (5°C)	3.0 in
May	54°F (12°C)	3.5 in
June	62°F (17°C)	3.7 in
July	69°F (21°C)	3.7 in	Warmest
August	65°F (18°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
September	57°F (14°C)	3.4 in
October	46°F (8°C)	3.4 in
November	35°F (2°C)	3.5 in
December	22°F (-5°C)	3.1 in

Bradford has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 18°F in January to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.4").

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Bradford is located in Windsor County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 41.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 22% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.6% have completed high school. 13.2% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 6.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 66.3% of the vote, a 35.6-point margin. 61.4% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 5 EV charging stations. There are 24 public libraries serving the community. 168 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 57.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.7%

D 66.3%

Winner: Democrat by 35.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	5
Traffic Accidents	2
Avg Accident Severity	3.0 / 4.0

C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	41.0%
	22% above US avg
High School+	99.6%
Graduate Degree+	13.2%
School Test Score	6.24

A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	1,396/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi
County	Windsor County County

Services

Broadband Access	61.4%
Avg Download Speed	123.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	52.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	5
Alt Fuel Stations	5
Public Libraries	24
Healthcare Facilities	168
Restaurants	199
Retail Stores	245

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.2 min
Drive Alone	57.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	10.1%

Average costs for common services in Bradford. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$245 ($147–$392)
Specialist Visit	$343 ($196–$539)
Urgent Care Visit	$196 ($98–$343)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,156 ($784–$4,900)
Dental Cleaning	$127 ($74–$196)
Dental Filling	$245 ($147–$392)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$44 ($25–$74)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$74 ($49–$118)
Brake Pad Replacement	$294 ($147–$490)
Tire Rotation	$39 ($20–$74)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$588 ($392–$980)
Battery Replacement	$196 ($98–$343)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$98 ($59–$147)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$88 ($49–$137)
HVAC Repair	$392 ($147–$784)
HVAC System Install	$6,860 ($3,920–$11,760)
Roof Repair	$980 ($392–$1,960)
Roof Replacement	$8,820 ($5,390–$14,700)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,470 ($490–$3,430)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,700 ($4,900–$29,400)
DUI Defense	$4,900 ($1,960–$9,800)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,470 ($784–$2,940)
Will Preparation	$490 ($196–$980)
Trust Preparation	$2,450 ($980–$4,900)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$25 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut	$54 ($29–$98)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$147 ($74–$245)
Manicure	$25 ($15–$44)
Pedicure	$39 ($25–$64)
Massage (1 Hour)	$78 ($49–$127)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.02 ($2.94–$5.39)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.43 ($2.45–$4.90)
Loaf of Bread	$3.72 ($2.45–$5.39)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.41 ($2.94–$6.37)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.39 ($3.92–$7.35)
Rice (per lb)	$0.98 ($0.59–$1.76)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$137 ($78–$245)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$69 ($29–$147)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$69 ($39–$118)
Internet (Monthly)	$69 ($39–$98)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$64 ($29–$98)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$83 ($49–$147)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$196 ($74–$490)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,960 ($1,176–$3,430)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$69 ($29–$127)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($7.84–$25)
Car Registration (Annual)	$98 ($29–$245)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($15–$74)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,176 ($588–$2,450)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$980 ($490–$1,960)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$392 ($196–$686)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$49 ($25–$98)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$980 ($392–$2,450)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,250 ($4,900–$29,400)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$59 ($29–$98)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$98 ($49–$196)
Dog Grooming	$59 ($29–$98)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$39 ($20–$74)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$294 ($147–$490)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$196 ($98–$392)

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Top Industries in Windsor County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	3,052	221	$59,167	0.92
Accommodation & Food Services	2,867	193	$35,087	1.36
Retail Trade	2,569	255	$43,060	1.11
Manufacturing	1,622	106	$59,494	0.85
Professional & Technical Services	1,375	630	$101,863	0.85
Construction	1,268	316	$69,228	1.04
Administrative & Waste Services	953	273	$77,313	0.70
Other Services	811	222	$48,733	1.16
Arts & Entertainment	660	54	$32,477	1.70
Educational Services	584	75	$55,440	1.22
Wholesale Trade	474	120	$81,939	0.52
Information & Technology	460	120	$97,807	1.06
Finance & Insurance	456	116	$97,674	0.49
Transportation & Warehousing	352	38	$73,174	0.36
Real Estate	294	81	$58,951	0.82
Agriculture & Forestry	220	54	$41,274	1.17
Management of Companies	121	24	$166,423	0.31
Utilities	77	9	$134,754	0.87
Mining & Oil/Gas	70	8	$67,099	0.80

Schools in Bradford

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Oxbow Union High School (Charter)	High	355	23	15.4:1
Waits River Valley Union School (Charter)	Elementary	263	19	13.8:1
Bradford Elementary School (Charter)	Elementary	234	18	13.0:1
Warren Village School	Elementary	67	8	8.4:1
Piermont Village School	Elementary	53	7	7.6:1

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Radio Stations near Bradford

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

Campgrounds Near Bradford

5 campgrounds found near Bradford.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
NORTH HARTLAND LAKE BEACH (VT)	4.7/5	3	$65–$85
Wildwood	4.4/5	25	$24
RUSSELL POND CAMPGROUND	4.2/5	65	$30
CAMPTON CAMPGROUND	4.1/5	55	$30
UNION VILLAGE DAM PICNIC AREA (VT)	4.0/5	1	$65

National Parks Near Bradford

67 national parks and monuments found near Bradford.

Park	Type	Fee
Ainsworth State Park	State Park	Free
Allis State Park	State Park	Free
Amity Pond Natural Area State Park	State Park	Free
Ascutney State Park	State Park	Free
Big Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Big Falls State Park (Big Falls of the Missisquoi)	State Park	Free
Branbury State Park	State Park	Free
Brighton State Park	State Park	Free
Camels Hump State Park	State Park	Free
Camp Plymouth State Park	State Park	Free
Carroll Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Cathedral Ledge State Park	State Park	Free
Coleman State Park	State Park	Free
Crawford Notch State Park	State Park	Free
Crosby Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Crystal Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Darling State Park	State Park	Free
Dixville Notch State Park	State Park	Free
Eames State Park	State Park	Free
Echo Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Eisenhower Memorial Area	State Park	Free
Ellacoya State Park	State Park	Free
Elmore State Park	State Park	Free
Emerald Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Forest Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Forest Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Franconia Notch State Park	State Park	Free
Franconia Notch State Park	State Park	Free
Gifford Woods Natural Area	State Park	Free
Gifford Woods State Park	State Park	Free
Governors State Park	State Park	Free
Green River Reservoir State Park	State Park	Free
Hazens Notch State Park	State Park	Free
Jamaica State Park	State Park	Free
Jericho Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Carmi State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Tarleton State Park	State Park	Free
Lowell Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Lyman Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Manchester-Portsmouth RR Bed	State Park	Free
Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Milan Hill State Park	State Park	Free
Molly’s Falls Pond State Park	State Park	Free
Mount Washington State Park	State Park	Free
Muckross	State Park	Free
Northwood Meadows State Park	State Park	Free
Norwich Water Access State Park	State Park	Free
Pawtuckaway State Park	State Park	Free
Perry Holbrook Memorial State Park	State Park	Free
Pillsbury State Park	State Park	Free
Pillsbury-Sunapee Corridor	State Park	Free
Profile Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Profile Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Quechee State Park	State Park	Free
Rollins State Park	State Park	Free
Rood State Park	State Park	Free
Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park	National Historical Park	$10
Sentinel Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Sugar River Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Sunapee State Park	State Park	Free
Wadleigh State Park	State Park	Free
Warren Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Weeks State Park	State Park	Free
Wellington State Park	State Park	Free
Wentworth State Park	State Park	Free
White Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Wilgus State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Bradford

12 trails found near Bradford.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
APPALACHIAN	35.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
C-5 THISTLE HILL AT CROSSING	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
C-5 BUNKER HILL AT CROSSING	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
DANA HILL	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
C-5 ILLSLEY ROAD AT CROSSING	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
TUCKER	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
C-5 GRIGGS MOUNTAIN AT X-ING	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
C-5 BUNKER HILL AT CROSSING	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
WINTURRI SHELTER	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
C-5 LLOYD'S AT CROSSING	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
THISTLE HILL SHELTER	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HAPPY HILL SHELTER	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—

Museums in Bradford

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
THETFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	16 LIBRARY RD	8027852068	$35,460
BRADFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	172 N MAIN STREET	8022224011
GROTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1203 SCOTT HWY
HARRIMANS FALLS EDUCATION CENTRE AND MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
HAVERHILL HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	240 WATER ST	9783744626
LISBON AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6038386146
LISBON HISTORIC RAILROAD STATION AND MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	25 CENTRAL STREET	6038382200
NEWBURY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ORFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6033539307
PIERMONT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6032724359
PUPPETREE	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		8027853031
RYEGATE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
VERSHIRE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8026853897
WENTWORTH HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WEST FAIRLEE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Bradford

Name	Address	Annual Visits
CONVERSE FREE LIBRARY	38 UNION STREET	19,774
BRADFORD PUBLIC	21 S. MAIN ST.	15,080
LATHAM MEMORIAL	16 LIBRARY LN.	12,220
LISBON PUBLIC LIBRARY	45 SCHOOL STREET	12,210
BATH PUBLIC LIBRARY	4 WEST BATH ROAD	9,960
BLAKE MEMORIAL	676 VILLAGE RD.	7,644
BALDWIN MEMORIAL	33 MAIN ST.	7,540
FAIRLEE PUBLIC	221 US RTE 5 N	6,240
ORFORD SOCIAL LIBRARY	573 NH RT. 10	5,311
PIERMONT PUBLIC LIBRARY	130 ROUTE 10	5,290
TENNEY MEMORIAL	4886 MAIN ST. S.	4,680
WOODSVILLE FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	14 SCHOOL LANE	3,753
PATTEN-NORTH HAVERHILL LIBRARY	2885 DARTMOUTH COLLEGE HIGHWAY	3,614
GROTON FREE PUBLIC	1304 SCOTT HWY.	3,380
ORFORD FREE LIBRARY	2539 ROUTE 25A	2,260
JOSEPH PATCH LIBRARY	320 NH ROUTE 25	2,100
HAVERHILL LIBRARY ASSOCIATION	67 COURT STREET	2,054
VERSHIRE COMMUNITY	RT. 113	1,457
PIKE LIBRARY	1585 MT. MOOSILAUKE HIGHWAY	1,400
GEORGE PEABODY	7922 RTE. 113	1,300
WEBSTER MEMORIAL LIBRARY	20 WENTWORTH VILLAGE ROAD	1,023
WEST FAIRLEE FREE PUBLIC	380 RTE. 113	780
SOUTH RYEGATE PUBLIC	140 CHURCH ST.	220

Farmers Markets in Bradford

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Bradford Farmers Market	172 North Main Street	05/18/2014 to 10/19/2014	Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;
Groton Growers Farmers' Market	1476 Scott Highway	05/23/2015 to 09/26/2015	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Lisbon Farmers Market	North Main Street				Visit

Ski Resorts Near Bradford

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Slopes (km)	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Killington	126.0	23	1,285	$90	November - May	—	Yes
Okemo	70.0	20	1,019	$86	November - April	Yes	Yes
Stowe	70.0	13	1,116	$106	November - April	Yes	Yes
Bretton Woods	56.0	10	945	$76	November - April	Yes	Yes

Pharmacies in Bradford

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
KINNEY DRUGS	901 LOWER PLAIN	802-222-9292

Daycare Centers in Bradford

5 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility	Type	Phone	Status
BPRC - SUMMER CAMP 143 FAIRGROUND RD.	CENTER BASED — AFTERSCHOOL CHILD CARE PROGRAM	(802) 222-4077	OPEN
BRADFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM 143 FAIRGROUND RD	SCHOOL BASED — AFTERSCHOOL CHILD CARE PROGRAM	(802) 222-4077	OPEN
BRADFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRESCHOOL 143 FAIRGROUND RD	SCHOOL BASED — CBCCPP	(802) 222-4077	OPEN
VCP CHILDREN'S CENTER 551 LOWER PLAIN	CENTER BASED — CBCCPP	(802) 222-9208	OPEN
WATCH THEM GROW CHILDCARE CENTER INC. 36 OXBOW DRIVE	CENTER BASED — CBCCPP	(802) 222-4912	OPEN

EV Charging Stations in Bradford

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
ACCD Bradford	22 N Main St	AMPUP	2	2	CHADEMO J1772 J1772COMBO	public
Hannaford Supermarket	586 Lower Pln	eVgo Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
Hannaford Bradford	586 Lower Plain	Blink Network	2		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Bradford

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
Rogers Hill	LTOWER	54
Rogers Hill	LTOWER	54
344 Rt 244	MTOWER	31
344 Rt 244	MTOWER	31

Fire Stations in Bradford

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Piermont Fire Department	NH RT 10	Volunteer			603-272-4911

Power Plants Near Bradford

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
SMITH (VT)	CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC	221111	-72.1	OP

Bridges in Bradford

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Slab	Concrete	1971	25	8,300	G
Frame	Concrete	1971	25	8,300	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1971	225	8,300	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1971	225	8,300	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	136	6,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	160	6,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	150	6,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	122	6,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	251	6,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	271	6,000	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1939	92	5,000	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1982	207	3,100	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1957	69	3,000	F
Truss (Thru)	Steel	1929	355	2,807	F
Truss (Thru)	Steel	1929	355	2,356	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1939	148	2,300	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2017	143	2,100	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1934	49	1,400	F
Truss (Thru)	Steel	1934	109	1,400	F
Slab	Concrete	1925	72	1,400	G
Culvert	Concrete	1952	30	1,223	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2000	173	1,223	G
Slab	Concrete	1951	27	1,084	F
Slab	Concrete	1929	24	805	P
Slab	Concrete continuous	1929	40	805	P
Culvert	Concrete	1965	26	679	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1982	118	580	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1954	99	580	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1940	50	550	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1934	33	400	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1955	39	400	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	132	300	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1973	132	300	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1978	71	150	G
Culvert	Concrete	2000	24	110	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1940	34	90	F
Frame	Concrete	2011	30	90	G
Arch (Deck)	Prestressed concrete	1999	42	90	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2009	40	90	F
Culvert	Steel	1995	22	90	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2016	60	90	G
Tee Beam	Prestressed concrete	2015	63	60	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2009	73	50	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2003	49	50	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1920	33	40	F
Channel Beam	Prestressed concrete	1963	35	30	G

Superfund Sites Near Bradford

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
RYEGATE ASSOCIATES	RYEGATE POWER STATION, RR1 BO	CALEDONIA
RYEGATE ASSOCIATES	RYEGATE POWER STATION, RR1 BO	CALEDONIA

Airports Near Bradford

39 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Edward F Knapp State Airport	MPV	Medium Airport
Lebanon Municipal Airport	LEB	Medium Airport
Bradley Field	—	Small Airport
Brandon Airport	—	Small Airport
Caledonia County Airport	LLX	Small Airport
Carriers Skypark Airport	—	Small Airport
Catamount Airfield	—	Small Airport
Claremont Municipal Airport	CNH	Small Airport
Cooper Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Dean Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Eagles Nest Airport	—	Small Airport
Franconia Airport	—	Small Airport
Gile Pond Airport	—	Small Airport
Hartness State Airport	VSF	Small Airport
Holloway Airport	—	Small Airport
Ketcham Landing Area Airport	—	Small Airport
Laconia Municipal Airport	LCI	Small Airport
Lightning Bolt Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Moore Airfield	—	Small Airport
Morrisville-Stowe State Airport	MVL	Small Airport
Moultonborough Airport	—	Small Airport
Mount Washington Regional Airport	HIE	Small Airport
Mountain View Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Newfound Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Parlin Field	NWH	Small Airport
Perras Field	—	Small Airport
Plymouth Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Post Mills Airport	—	Small Airport
Sky View Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Smith Airport	—	Small Airport
Surette Heliport	—	Small Airport
Taylor Airport	—	Small Airport
Tucker Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Twin Mountain Airport	—	Small Airport
Two Tails Airport	—	Small Airport
Ward Field	—	Small Airport
Warren-Sugarbush Airport	—	Small Airport
Wentworth Aerodrome Airport	—	Small Airport
West Burke Aerodrome	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Bradford

1 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Lyme Police

Grocery Stores in Bradford

4 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Family Dollar 8565	Other	23 Carson Ln
Hannaford Supermarket & Pharmacy 8426	Super Store	586 Lower Plain
Jiffy Mart 449	Convenience Store	560 Waits River Rd
Kinney Drugs 56	Other	901 Lower Pln

Post Offices in Bradford

2 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Bradford Post Office
Piermont Post Office	15 Church Street

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bradford

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
BRADFORD EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH	PO BOX 360
GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	PO BOX 726
LIVING ROCK CHURCH OF THE UPPER VALLEY INC	PO BOX 218
OLD CHURCH THEATER INC	PO BOX 304
OLD GOSHEN CHURCH	LOCAL

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bradford

What is the population of Bradford?

Bradford has a population of 1,326 residents and is located in Vermont. The population density is 1,396 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 42.9% female and 57.1% male.

Is Bradford expensive to live in?

Bradford has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 98 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $96,213, 28% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $246,400 (13% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,072 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Bradford safe?

Bradford is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 703 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Bradford receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Bradford?

Bradford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 18°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 31.

How is the job market in Bradford?

The job market in Bradford is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,209. There are 3,052 business establishments in the area, including 199 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 10.1% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Bradford?

The median home value in Bradford is $246,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $285,481. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,072. Fair market rent is $1,203 for a 1-bedroom and $1,487 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 71.0%. The average annual property tax is $11,255.

How are the schools in Bradford?

Schools in Bradford score 6.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 41.0% of adults in Bradford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.6% have completed high school. 13.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Bradford?

The obesity rate in Bradford is 32.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 12.2% of adults are smokers. 20.2% are physically inactive. 28.4% of residents report depression. 6.2% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 69.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:909.

What is transportation like in Bradford?

The average commute in Bradford is 25 minutes. 57.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.1% work from home.

What are the demographics of Bradford?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bradford is 92.5% White, 5.6% Hispanic or Latino. 97.3% of residents speak only English at home. 5.4% of the population are military veterans. 21.3% of residents have a disability. 88.8% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Woodsville, NH 1,387 pop · 11.2 mi East Barre, VT 1,084 pop · 19.3 mi Hanover, NH 8,520 pop · 21.0 mi Norwich, VT 1,081 pop · 21.2 mi South Barre, VT 1,259 pop · 21.9 mi Williamstown, VT 1,622 pop · 22.8 mi Barre, VT 8,461 pop · 23.6 mi Wilder, VT 3,394 pop · 24.1 mi Enfield, NH 1,917 pop · 24.4 mi Lebanon, NH 14,759 pop · 25.7 mi White River Junction, VT 2,878 pop · 26.0 mi Randolph, VT 1,946 pop · 27.4 mi Plymouth, NH 4,877 pop · 27.5 mi Northfield, VT 4,165 pop · 28.4 mi

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People 10/10

Economy 13/13

Housing 13/17

Health 25/26

Crime & Safety 11/12

Climate & Environment 16/19

Community 14/14

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Geography 6/6

Places & Facilities 22/32

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