Derby Line, VT

Vermont

Derby Line is a small town in Vermont with a population of 860. Residents earn $69,000 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
860 Population 1,178/sq mi density
$69,000 Median Income $33,541 per capita
$180,600 Home Value $233,046 Zillow
$959 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$69,000 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$180,600 home value, $959/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,000
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $180,600
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.6%
18% higher than US avg
Median Rent $959
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population860
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density1,178/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,000
Per Capita$33,541
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,563M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$180,600
Rent$959
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$233,046

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain43.8 in/yr
Elevation1,029 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.6%
High School+92.0%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute21 min
EV Stations1
Libraries14

Is Derby Line a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Derby Line receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Derby Line stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Derby Line is $69,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Derby Line is $180,600, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $959 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Derby Line 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 Line has a population of 860 with a density of 1,178 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.7%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.

Population

860
Total Population
1,178
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Derby Line vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.4%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.6%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Derby Line vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Derby Line is $69,000, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Derby Line vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,000
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,541
Avg Weekly Wage$988
IRS Avg AGI$58,823

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate3.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Derby Line is $180,600, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $959 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $233,046.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$180,600
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$233,046

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$959
18% 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-Occupied83.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,963
99% above US avg
Effective Rate3.86%
In Derby Line, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.7%
1% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma12.0%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity20.2%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.9%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death8,961/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Derby Line 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

Elevation1,029 ft (314 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density1,178/sq mi
Coordinates44.9987°N, 72.1073°W
County FIPS50019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 39.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above 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+39.6%
18% above US avg
High School+92.0%
School Test Score6.02
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,178/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants62
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Work from Home11.8%

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