East Dorset, VT

Vermont

East Dorset is a small town in Vermont with a population of 297.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
297 Population 134/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $47,445 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 42.8%
27% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.8%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population297
Median Age51.5 yrs
Density134/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$47,445
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,383M
Commute19 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.1%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Elevation787 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 60%
Commute19 min
Libraries10

Is East Dorset a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Dorset receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. East Dorset stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

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 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

East Dorset experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches, including 75.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

East Dorset has a population of 297 with a density of 134 people per square mile. The median age is 51.5 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

297
Total Population
134
People / sq mi
51.5yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.9%
Female 45.1%

Race & Ethnicity

East Dorset vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.5%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.5%
14% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Dorset vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Dorset is N/A. 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 19 minutes.

Income: East Dorset vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$47,445
Avg Weekly Wage$1,133
IRS Avg AGI$80,410

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,938
County GDP$2,383M

Business (County)

Restaurants137
Healthcare138
Retail227
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,987
185% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.9 min
Work from Home12.8%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied92.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,987
185% above US avg
In East Dorset, 28.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 30.1% report depression. 16.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: East Dorset vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.8%
10% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure27.0%
Asthma11.2%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity16.2%
Depression30.1%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.4%
Checkup Rate73.8%
Premature Death8,728/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access82.1%
Healthcare Facilities138

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

East Dorset has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.9 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall75.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation787 ft (240 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density134/sq mi
Coordinates43.2437°N, 73.0075°W
County FIPS50003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 42.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 22.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.5%
D 60%

Winner: Democrat by 22.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.8%
27% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.02
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density134/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities138
Restaurants137
Retail Stores227

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.9 min
Work from Home12.8%

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