Cavendish, VT

Vermont

Cavendish is a small town in Vermont with a population of 316. Residents earn $117,500 per year, which is 56% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
316 Population 376/sq mi density
$117,500 Median Income $54,529 per capita
$246,200 Home Value $339,356 Zillow
$1,417 Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$117,500 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$246,200 home value, $1,417/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $117,500
56% higher than US avg
Home Value $246,200
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.3%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,417
22% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.2%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population316
Median Age36.9 yrs
Density376/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$117,500
Per Capita$54,529
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,759M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$246,200
Rent$1,417
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$339,356

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.2%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain46.5 in/yr
Elevation973 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
Commute22 min
Broadband65.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries24

Is Cavendish a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cavendish receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Cavendish stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cavendish is $117,500, which is significantly higher than the national average — 56% above $75,149. This places Cavendish among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, 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 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cavendish is $246,200, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,417 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.3% 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 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Cavendish has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.5 inches, including 83.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Cavendish has a population of 316 with a density of 376 people per square mile. The median age is 36.9 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%).

Population

316
Total Population
376
People / sq mi
36.9yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Cavendish vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cavendish vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cavendish is $117,500, which is 56% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Cavendish vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$117,500
56% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,529
Avg Weekly Wage$1,209
IRS Avg AGI$86,103

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% 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 Rate4.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Work from Home16.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Cavendish is $246,200, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,417 (22% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $339,356.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$246,200
13% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$339,356
Median List Price$699,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$699,000
$/Sq Ft$77
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,417
22% 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-Occupied63.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$11,255
222% above US avg
Effective Rate4.57%
In Cavendish, 29.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 32.2% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.2%
9% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure24.8%
Asthma12.9%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression32.2%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.6%
Checkup Rate70.1%
Premature Death8,663/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Cavendish has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.5 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall83.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation973 ft (297 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density376/sq mi
Coordinates43.3854°N, 72.6079°W
County FIPS50027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 35.6-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.7%
D 66.3%

Winner: Democrat by 35.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.3%
31% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.02
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density376/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities168
Restaurants199
Retail Stores245

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Work from Home16.8%

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