Grafton, VT

Vermont

Grafton is a small town in Vermont with a population of 74. Residents earn $111,875 per year, which is 49% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
74 Population 569/sq mi density
$111,875 Median Income $48,865 per capita
$517,900 Home Value $373,134 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$111,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$517,900 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $111,875
49% higher than US avg
Home Value $517,900
84% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 50.0%
48% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population74
Median Age54.1 yrs
Density569/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans82.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$111,875
Per Capita$48,865
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,200M
Commute21 min

Housing

A
Home Value$517,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$373,134

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain43.9 in/yr
Elevation847 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+84.6%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute21 min
Broadband35.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries14

Is Grafton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grafton receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Grafton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grafton is $111,875, which is significantly higher than the national average — 49% above $75,149. This places Grafton 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 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grafton is $517,900, making it a premium housing market at 84% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 50.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 84.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Grafton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Grafton has a population of 74 with a density of 569 people per square mile. The median age is 54.1 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.3%).

Population

74
Total Population
569
People / sq mi
54.1yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.2%
Female 37.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Grafton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Grafton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grafton is $111,875, which is 49% 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 21 minutes.

Income: Grafton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$111,875
49% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,865
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$89,013

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,202
County GDP$2,200M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare86
Retail159
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,767
265% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Work from Home35.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Grafton is $517,900, 84% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $373,134.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$517,900
84% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$373,134

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-Occupied96.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,767
265% above US avg
Effective Rate2.47%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death8,143/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access75.0%
Healthcare Facilities86

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Grafton has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.9 inches
16% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation847 ft (258 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density569/sq mi
Coordinates43.1707°N, 72.6085°W
County FIPS33019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 50.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 0.7-point margin. 35.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.8%
D 49.1%

Winner: Republican by 0.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above US avg
High School+84.6%
School Test Score6.02
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density569/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants71
Retail Stores159

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Work from Home35.7%

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