Derby Center, VT

Vermont

Derby Center is a small town in Vermont with a population of 684. Residents earn $55,625 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
684 Population 492/sq mi density
$55,625 Median Income $31,569 per capita
$203,800 Home Value $249,960 Zillow
$1,096 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$55,625 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$203,800 home value, $1,096/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,625
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $203,800
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.1%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,096
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.4%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.9%
36% lower than US avg

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

People

Population684
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density492/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,625
Per Capita$31,569
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty7.9%
County GDP$1,563M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$203,800
Rent$1,096
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$249,960

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain43.8 in/yr
Elevation1,008 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.1%
High School+88.0%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute18 min
Libraries14

Is Derby Center a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Derby Center receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Derby Center offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Derby Center is $55,625, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Derby Center is $203,800, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,096 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Derby Center has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches, including 98.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Derby Center has a population of 684 with a density of 492 people per square mile. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.7%).

Population

684
Total Population
492
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.1%
Female 57.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Derby Center vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Derby Center vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Derby Center is $55,625, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Derby Center vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,625
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,569
Avg Weekly Wage$988
IRS Avg AGI$58,823

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.9%
36% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,102
County GDP$1,563M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare81
Retail116
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,963
99% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.7 min
Work from Home9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Derby Center is $203,800, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,096 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $249,960.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$203,800
28% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$249,960

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,096
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-Occupied48.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,963
99% above US avg
Effective Rate3.42%
In Derby Center, 32.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 20.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Derby Center vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.4%
1% above US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma12.1%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity20.5%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death8,961/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access48.0%
Healthcare Facilities81

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Derby Center has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.8 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall98.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,008 ft (307 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density492/sq mi
Coordinates44.9546°N, 72.1362°W
County FIPS50019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.4%
D 47.8%

Winner: Republican by 1.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.1%
46% below US avg
High School+88.0%
School Test Score6.02
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density492/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants62
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.7 min
Work from Home9.0%

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