Cambridge, VT

Vermont

Cambridge is a small town in Vermont with a population of 173. Residents earn $50,595 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
173 Population 140/sq mi density
$50,595 Median Income $40,170 per capita
$241,100 Home Value $371,272 Zillow
$1,090 Median Rent
38°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$50,595 median income, 1.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$241,100 home value, $1,090/mo rent
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,595
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $241,100
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.1%
10% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,090
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.0%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.3%
49% lower than US avg

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

People

Population173
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density140/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,595
Per Capita$40,170
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$1,654M
Commute32 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$241,100
Rent$1,090
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$371,272

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp38°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain81.1 in/yr
Elevation743 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.1%
High School+89.4%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
Commute32 min
Broadband90.0%
EV Stations3
Libraries7

Is Cambridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cambridge receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cambridge stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cambridge is $50,595, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 6.3% 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 Cambridge is $241,100, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,090 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Cambridge has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 81.1 inches, including 234.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Cambridge has a population of 173 with a density of 140 people per square mile. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.7%), with 9.2% Hispanic.

Population

173
Total Population
140
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.2%
Female 46.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Cambridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cambridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cambridge is $50,595, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Cambridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,595
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,170
Avg Weekly Wage$1,111
IRS Avg AGI$86,387

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.3%
49% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,540
County GDP$1,654M

Business (County)

Restaurants126
Healthcare78
Retail153
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,176
191% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.9 min
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Cambridge is $241,100, 14% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,090 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $371,272.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$241,100
14% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$371,272

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,090
6% 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-Occupied29.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,176
191% above US avg
Effective Rate4.22%
In Cambridge, 28.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 16.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.0%
13% below US avg
Diabetes6.3%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure24.4%
Asthma11.2%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity16.5%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.8%
Checkup Rate70.2%
Premature Death6,109/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access69.0%
Healthcare Facilities78

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Cambridge has an average annual temperature of 38°F (4°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 81.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average38.4°F
29% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall81.1 inches
113% above US avg
Snowfall234.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation743 ft (226 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density140/sq mi
Coordinates44.6373°N, 72.8814°W
County FIPS50015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 37.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 35.8-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.5%
D 66.3%

Winner: Democrat by 35.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.1%
10% above US avg
High School+89.4%
School Test Score6.02
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density140/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants126
Retail Stores153

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.9 min
Work from Home7.5%

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