Chittenden, VT

Vermont

Chittenden is a small town in Vermont with a population of 123. Residents earn $101,500 per year, which is 35% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
123 Population 251/sq mi density
$101,500 Median Income $64,124 per capita
$230,400 Home Value $369,658 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$101,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$230,400 home value
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $101,500
35% higher than US avg
Home Value $230,400
18% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.0%
39% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.9%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population123
Median Age52.3 yrs
Density251/mi²
Male / Female59% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

A+
Median Income$101,500
Per Capita$64,124
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,759M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$230,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$369,658

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Elevation1,143 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.81

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
Commute31 min
Broadband53.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries24

Is Chittenden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chittenden receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Chittenden stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chittenden is $101,500, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places Chittenden 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 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chittenden is $230,400, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.8/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Chittenden has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches, including 74.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Chittenden has a population of 123 with a density of 251 people per square mile. The median age is 52.3 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.5%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

123
Total Population
251
People / sq mi
52.3yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.5%
Female 41.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Chittenden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Chittenden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chittenden is $101,500, which is 35% 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 31 minutes.

Income: Chittenden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,500
35% above US avg
Per Capita Income$64,124
Avg Weekly Wage$1,209
IRS Avg AGI$86,103

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below 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 Rate4.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.8 min
Work from Home21.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Chittenden is $230,400, 18% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $369,658.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$230,400
18% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$369,658

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,497
1 Bedroom$1,651
2 Bedrooms$2,140
3 Bedrooms$2,745
4 Bedrooms$2,833

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$11,255
222% above US avg
Effective Rate4.88%
In Chittenden, 29.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.1% report depression. 14.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.9%
7% below US avg
Diabetes6.3%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure26.0%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity14.9%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress13.9%
Physical Distress10.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Checkup Rate68.8%
Premature Death8,663/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Chittenden has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.4°F
18% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall74.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood
Good Days %88.3%
Unhealthy Days0

Geography

Elevation1,143 ft (348 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density251/sq mi
Coordinates43.7033°N, 72.9495°W
County FIPS50027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 47.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 35.6-point margin. 53.0% 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+47.0%
39% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.81
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density251/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities168
Restaurants199
Retail Stores245

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.8 min
Work from Home21.8%

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