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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $117,500 |
| 56% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $54,529 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,209 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,103 |
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,052 |
| County GDP | $3,759M |
| Restaurants | 199 |
| Healthcare | 168 |
| Retail | 245 |
| Manufacturing | 110 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $11,255 |
| 222% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.57% |
| Commute Time | 21.7 min |
| Work from Home | 16.8% |
| Census Median | $246,200 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $339,356 |
| Median List Price | $699,000 |
| Median List Price | $699,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $77 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.5% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 6 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,417 |
| 22% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,124 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,203 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,487 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,922 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,111 |
| Owner-Occupied | 63.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $11,255 |
| 222% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.57% |
| Obesity | 29.2% |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 6.7% |
| Heart Disease | 4.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 24.8% |
| Asthma | 12.9% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.3% |
| Depression | 32.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.5% |
| Physical Distress | 11.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 73.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 70.1% |
| Premature Death | 8,663/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 168 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Annual Average | 44.5°F |
| 18% below US avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.5 inches |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 83.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 31.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 973 ft (297 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 376/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.3854°N, 72.6079°W |
| County FIPS | 50027 |
Winner: Democrat by 35.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.3% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| School Test Score | 6.02 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 376/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.8 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 65.0% |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 24 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 168 |
| Restaurants | 199 |
| Retail Stores | 245 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 21.7 min |
| Work from Home | 16.8% |