Fair Haven, VT
Full City Profile · Vermont · Rutland County County
Fair Haven, VT
At a Glance
How Fair Haven Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Fair Haven's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Fair Haven a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Fair Haven residents earn a median household income of $65,898 , which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,519. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4% (22% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,662 business establishments, including 209 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Fair Haven is $163,000 , 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $251,348. Median rent is $818/month, with 23.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Fair Haven reports 148 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 61% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,144/100K.
Education
20.2% of adults in Fair Haven hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below the national average). 95.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Fair Haven has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.