Hardwick, VT

Vermont · Caledonia County

Hardwick is a small town in Vermont with a population of 1,047. Residents earn $41,667 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0

C+ Fair

1,047 Population 667/sq mi density

$41,667 Median Income $35,253 per capita

$175,300 Home Value $248,011 Zillow

$806 Median Rent 28.8% income on rent

41°F Avg Temperature 251 sunny days/yr

175 Violent Crime/100K 982 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.8 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.8 / 5.0

$41,667 median income, 2.5% unemployment

Affordability

4.3 / 5.0

$175,300 home value, $806/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

175 violent crimes/100K (54% below avg)

Education

2.1 / 5.0

14.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $41,667

45% lower than US avg

Home Value $175,300

38% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 175/100K

54% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 14.1%

58% lower than US avg

Median Rent $806

31% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 30.7%

4% lower than US avg

Unemployment 2.5%

31% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,047

Median Age57.6 yrs

Density667/mi²

Male / Female52% / 48%

Largest GroupWhite 85%

Veterans7.9%

Economy

B+

Median Income$41,667

Per Capita$35,253

Unemployment2.5%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$1,641M

Commute25 min

Housing

Home Value$175,300

Rent$806

Ownership50.7%

Zillow$248,011

Housing Units609

Rent Burden28.8%

Crime

Violent175/100K

Property982/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault105/100K

Burglary105/100K

Health

Obesity30.7%

Uninsured7.0%

Smoking14.2%

Depression28.6%

Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)

AQI31 (Good)

Rain41.0 in/yr

Sunny Days251/yr

Elevation1,084 ft (330 m)

Education

Bachelor's+14.1%

High School+97.2%

Graduate+2.2%

School Score5.71

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 54%

Commute25 min

Broadband70.6%

EV Stations7

Libraries14

Is Hardwick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hardwick receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hardwick has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hardwick is $41,667, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hardwick is $175,300, 38% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $806 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Hardwick is below the national average at 175 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 982 per 100,000, 50% below the national average.

Education

14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Hardwick has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Hardwick has a population of 1,047 with a density of 667 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age is 57.6 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.1% female and 51.9% male. The city is predominantly White (85%), with 2.9% Hispanic, 3.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 7.9% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 21.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,047

Total Population

667

People / sq mi

57.6yrs

Median Age

48% above US avg

1.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%

Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hardwick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%

27% above US avg

Spanish 0.0%

100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hardwick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hardwick is $41,667, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,253. The average weekly wage is $1,065, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,220 business establishments, including 84 restaurants. The cost of living index is 98, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 6.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Hardwick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$41,667
	45% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$35,253
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,065
IRS Avg AGI	$62,915
Gini Index	0.454 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.5%
	31% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,220
County GDP	$1,641M

Business (County)

Restaurants	84
Healthcare	121
Retail	137
Manufacturing	52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$7,286
	108% above US avg
Cost of Living	98.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.9 min
Drive Alone	72.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Hardwick is $175,300, 38% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $248,011, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $806 (31% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,203 for a one-bedroom to $1,487 for a two-bedroom apartment. 50.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 609 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $7,286 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 28.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$175,300
	38% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$248,011

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$806
	31% below US avg
Rent Burden	28.8%

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

Homeownership	50.7%
Owner-Occupied	50.7%
Renter-Occupied	49.3%
Housing Units	609
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$7,286
	108% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.16%

In Hardwick, 30.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.0% of residents. 28.1% have high blood pressure. 14.2% are current smokers. 19.9% report binge drinking. 22.2% are physically inactive. 28.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.2% experience frequent mental distress. 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,267. The dentist ratio is 1:1,274. 55.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.5 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	30.7%
	4% below US avg
Diabetes	7.5%
Heart Disease	5.0%
High Blood Pressure	28.1%
Asthma	11.7%
COPD	6.2%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.2%
	1% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.9%
Physical Inactivity	22.2%
Depression	28.6%
Mental Distress	19.2%
Physical Distress	12.5%
Short Sleep	36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.5%
Uninsured	7.0%
	19% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,267
Dentists	1:1,274
Mental Health	1:232
Checkup Rate	72.9%
Dental Visits	61.4%
Premature Death	8,885/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.5/10
Exercise Access	55.7%
Healthcare Facilities	121

Hardwick has a violent crime rate of 175 per 100,000 residents, 54% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 105.2 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 70.1. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 982 per 100,000, 50% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 877, burglary at 105, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Hardwick receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	175.3/100K
	54% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	70.1/100K
Robbery	0.0/100K
Assault	105.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	981.8/100K
	50% below US avg
Burglary	105.2/100K
Theft	876.6/100K
Vehicle Theft	0.0/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Hardwick has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 251 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31. The city sits at an elevation of 1,084 feet.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)

Annual Average	41.2°F
	24% below US avg
January Average	14°F (-10°C)
July Average	67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days	251 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,084 ft (330 m)
Area	1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density	667/sq mi
Coordinates	44.4970°N, 72.3645°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Caledonia County County
Nearest Airport	Northeast Kingdom International (EFK) 28 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.0"

8% above US avg

Wettest Month (Aug) 4.84"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.44"

Air Quality

AQI Median	31.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Very Low
Risk Score	30.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability	27.8 / 100
Community Resilience	70.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Very Low
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

50 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.3. Most recent: M2.8 on Jul 29, 2024.

Apr 20, 2002	8 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York	M5.3	106 km
Jul 5, 1991	7 km WSW of Sainte-Martine, Canada	M3.8	146 km
Jun 16, 1995	8 km N of Lisbon, New Hampshire	M3.8	43 km
Nov 16, 1993	5 km SSE of Saint-Édouard, Canada	M3.8	117 km
Aug 21, 1996	12 km N of Livermore, New Hampshire	M3.8	88 km
Oct 6, 2000	1 km WSW of Ormstown, Canada	M3.8	148 km
Jan 9, 2006	2 km ESE of Franklin, Canada	M3.7	133 km
Apr 20, 2002	5 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York	M3.7	105 km
Jan 13, 2020	5 km SW of Franklin, Canada	M3.4	138 km
Oct 6, 1992	1 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire	M3.4	145 km
Jun 9, 1998	3 km N of Dannemora, New York	M3.3	111 km
Aug 20, 1995	4 km S of Chambly, Canada	M3.3	125 km
Sep 26, 2010	2 km SW of Canterbury, New Hampshire	M3.2	145 km
May 6, 2020	9 km SE of Bedford, Canada	M3.1	75 km
May 24, 2002	6 km N of Au Sable Forks, New York	M3.1	104 km
Jun 25, 2002	6 km NNW of Au Sable Forks, New York	M3.0	106 km
Apr 15, 2010	7 km WNW of Valcourt, Canada	M3.0	115 km
Nov 20, 1994	4 km WNW of Norway, Maine	M3.0	143 km
Apr 25, 2023	4 km SW of Center Sandwich, New Hampshire	M2.9	107 km
Mar 9, 1999	7 km NW of Dannemora, New York	M2.9	117 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Bob (1991, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
1991	Bob	Category 1	259 km
1985	Gloria	Category 1	291 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

49 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 11 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Aug 25, 1969	EF3	88 km	0
Aug 8, 1983	EF2	62 km	0
Aug 3, 1970	EF2	74 km	0
Aug 11, 1966	EF2	59 km	0
Jul 4, 1963	EF2	80 km	0
May 20, 1962	EF2	48 km	0
Jun 13, 1961	EF2	76 km	0
Jun 24, 1960	EF2	45 km	0
Jun 18, 1957	EF2	69 km	0
Jul 16, 2024	EF1	77 km	0
Jul 18, 2022	EF1	88 km	0
Mar 26, 2021	EF1	81 km	0
Jun 5, 2010	EF1	14 km	0
May 9, 2009	EF1	44 km	0
Jul 18, 2008	EF1	43 km	0
Sep 3, 1993	EF1	45 km	0
Aug 6, 1989	EF1	20 km	0
May 19, 1982	EF1	47 km	0
Jun 22, 1973	EF1	65 km	0
Jun 11, 1973	EF1	59 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	14°F (-10°C)	2.9 in	Coldest
February	17°F (-8°C)	2.4 in	Driest
March	27°F (-3°C)	3.1 in
April	40°F (4°C)	3.3 in
May	53°F (12°C)	3.8 in
June	61°F (16°C)	4.2 in
July	67°F (19°C)	4.2 in	Warmest
August	64°F (18°C)	4.8 in	Wettest
September	56°F (13°C)	3.8 in
October	45°F (7°C)	3.6 in
November	33°F (1°C)	3.9 in
December	21°F (-6°C)	3.5 in

Hardwick has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 14°F in January to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.8") and February the driest (2.4").

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Hardwick is located in Caledonia County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, a rural community. 14.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 58% below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 54.5% of the vote, a 12.4-point margin. 70.6% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 7 EV charging stations. There are 14 public libraries serving the community. 121 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 72.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42%

D 54.5%

Winner: Democrat by 12.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6
Avg Accident Severity	0.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	14.1%
	58% below US avg
High School+	97.2%
Graduate Degree+	2.2%
School Test Score	5.71

C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro / Rural
Population Density	667/sq mi
Total Area	1.5 sq mi
County	Caledonia County County

Services

Broadband Access	70.6%
Avg Download Speed	85.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	5.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	7
Alt Fuel Stations	7
Public Libraries	14
Healthcare Facilities	121
Restaurants	84
Retail Stores	137

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.9 min
Drive Alone	72.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.2%

Average costs for common services in Hardwick. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$245 ($147–$392)
Specialist Visit	$343 ($196–$539)
Urgent Care Visit	$196 ($98–$343)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,156 ($784–$4,900)
Dental Cleaning	$127 ($74–$196)
Dental Filling	$245 ($147–$392)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$44 ($25–$74)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$74 ($49–$118)
Brake Pad Replacement	$294 ($147–$490)
Tire Rotation	$39 ($20–$74)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$588 ($392–$980)
Battery Replacement	$196 ($98–$343)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$98 ($59–$147)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$88 ($49–$137)
HVAC Repair	$392 ($147–$784)
HVAC System Install	$6,860 ($3,920–$11,760)
Roof Repair	$980 ($392–$1,960)
Roof Replacement	$8,820 ($5,390–$14,700)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,470 ($490–$3,430)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,700 ($4,900–$29,400)
DUI Defense	$4,900 ($1,960–$9,800)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,470 ($784–$2,940)
Will Preparation	$490 ($196–$980)
Trust Preparation	$2,450 ($980–$4,900)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$25 ($15–$44)
Women's Haircut	$54 ($29–$98)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$147 ($74–$245)
Manicure	$25 ($15–$44)
Pedicure	$39 ($25–$64)
Massage (1 Hour)	$78 ($49–$127)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.02 ($2.94–$5.39)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.43 ($2.45–$4.90)
Loaf of Bread	$3.72 ($2.45–$5.39)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.41 ($2.94–$6.37)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.39 ($3.92–$7.35)
Rice (per lb)	$0.98 ($0.59–$1.76)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$137 ($78–$245)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$69 ($29–$147)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$69 ($39–$118)
Internet (Monthly)	$69 ($39–$98)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$64 ($29–$98)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$83 ($49–$147)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$196 ($74–$490)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,960 ($1,176–$3,430)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$69 ($29–$127)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$15 ($7.84–$25)
Car Registration (Annual)	$98 ($29–$245)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($15–$74)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,176 ($588–$2,450)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$980 ($490–$1,960)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$392 ($196–$686)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$49 ($25–$98)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$980 ($392–$2,450)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,250 ($4,900–$29,400)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$59 ($29–$98)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$98 ($49–$196)
Dog Grooming	$59 ($29–$98)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$39 ($20–$74)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$294 ($147–$490)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$196 ($98–$392)

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Top Industries in Caledonia County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	1,956	91	$65,723	1.23
Retail Trade	1,480	132	$40,841	1.33
Manufacturing	1,164	61	$62,661	1.27
Accommodation & Food Services	858	84	$24,180	0.85
Construction	664	140	$61,327	1.14
Educational Services	581	36	$57,515	2.53
Administrative & Waste Services	455	99	$44,963	0.70
Professional & Technical Services	386	181	$81,118	0.50
Transportation & Warehousing	261	22	$55,481	0.55
Finance & Insurance	257	48	$88,236	0.57
Agriculture & Forestry	112	26	$35,495	1.24
Real Estate	104	26	$61,509	0.60
Arts & Entertainment	97	16	$30,501	0.52
Management of Companies	15	3	$192,843	0.08
Mining & Oil/Gas	12	3	$79,262	0.29

Schools in Hardwick

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Hazen Union High School (Charter)	High	301	28	10.8:1
Hardwick Elementary School (Charter)	Elementary	241	20	12.1:1
Woodbury Elementary School (Charter)	Elementary	55	5	11.0:1

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Radio Stations near Hardwick

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

National Parks Near Hardwick

59 national parks and monuments found near Hardwick.

Park	Type	Fee
Ainsworth State Park	State Park	Free
Alburgh Dunes State Park	State Park	Free
Allis State Park	State Park	Free
Amity Pond Natural Area State Park	State Park	Free
Big Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Big Falls State Park (Big Falls of the Missisquoi)	State Park	Free
Bomoseen State Park	State Park	Free
Bow Arrow Point State Park	State Park	Free
Branbury State Park	State Park	Free
Brighton State Park	State Park	Free
Burton Island State Park	State Park	Free
Camels Hump State Park	State Park	Free
Carroll Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Crawford Notch State Park	State Park	Free
Crosby Mountain State Park	State Park	Free
Crystal Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Darling State Park	State Park	Free
Eames State Park	State Park	Free
Eisenhower Memorial Area	State Park	Free
Elmore State Park	State Park	Free
Forest Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Forest Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Franconia Notch State Park	State Park	Free
Franconia Notch State Park	State Park	Free
Gifford Woods Natural Area	State Park	Free
Gifford Woods State Park	State Park	Free
Governors State Park	State Park	Free
Grand Isle State Park	State Park	Free
Green River Reservoir State Park	State Park	Free
Hazens Notch State Park	State Park	Free
Highgate State Park	State Park	Free
Kingsland Bay State Park	State Park	Free
Knight Point State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Carmi State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Tarleton State Park	State Park	Free
Law Island State Park	State Park	Free
Lyman Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Marsh - Billings - Rockefeller National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Molly’s Falls Pond State Park	State Park	Free
Mt. Philo State Park	State Park	Free
Niquette Bay State Park	State Park	Free
North Hero State Park	State Park	Free
Norwich Water Access State Park	State Park	Free
Perry Holbrook Memorial State Park	State Park	Free
Profile Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Profile Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Quechee State Park	State Park	Free
Rock Island State Park	State Park	Free
Rood State Park	State Park	Free
Round Pond Natural Area State Park	State Park	Free
Saint-Gaudens National Historical Park	National Historical Park	$10
Sandbar State Park	State Park	Free
Sentinel Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Taconic Mountains Ramble	State Park	Free
Warren Recreational Trail	State Park	Free
Weeks State Park	State Park	Free
Wellington State Park	State Park	Free
Weybridge Cave State Park	State Park	Free
Woods Island State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Hardwick

6 trails found near Hardwick.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
PATTERSON BROOK	4.2	SNOW	—	—	—
AMENTAS WAY	1.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
LENORD'S LOOP	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
FLYING SQUIRREL	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
TOOTSIE ROLL	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
SUKI'S ALLEY	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—

Museums in Hardwick

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
WOOD ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$9,761,270
DANVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8026842055	$444,090
BREAD AND PUPPET THEATRE	GENERAL MUSEUM		8025253031	$249,094
JUSTIN S. MORRILL STATE HISTORIC SITE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	THE VERMONT DIVISION FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION NATIONAL LIFE BUILDING DRAWER 20	8028283051	$53,008
MORRISTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	122 LOWER MAIN STREET	8028887617	$52,385
CABOT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	3216 MAIN STREET
CRAFTSBURY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	258 THE LEDGES	8025862825
EAST MONTPELIER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
EDEN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	VT RTE 100	8025850983
ELMORE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8028883618
GLOVER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GREENSBORO HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	29 BREEZY AVENUE P O BOX 151	8025332457
HISTORIC KENTS CORNER	HISTORY MUSEUM	7 OLD WEST CHURCH ROAD	8022236613
MIDDLESEX HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8022290499
MONTPELIER HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
NORTH BRANCH NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	713 ELM ST	8022296206
NORTHEASTERN ANTHROPOLOGICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
NOYES HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	122 LOWER MAIN STREET PO BOX 1299	8028887617
NOYES HOUSE MUSEUMS	GENERAL MUSEUM	122 LOWER MAIN STREET	8028887617
T. W. WOOD ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM	46 BARRE STREET	8022626035
USS MONTPELIER MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
VERMONT ENTOMOLOGICAL SOCIETY	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM
VERMONT FALLEN HEROES GWOT MEMORIAL FUND	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8026357184
WOLCOTT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8028882820
WORCESTER VERMONT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	17 CALAIS ROAD

Libraries in Hardwick

Name	Address	Annual Visits
KELLOGG-HUBBARD	135 MAIN ST.	233,071
MORRISTOWN CENTENNIAL	7 RICHMOND ST.	36,088
CRAFTSBURY PUBLIC	12 CHURCH LANE	19,032
JEUDEVINE MEMORIAL	93 N. MAIN ST.	14,300
JAQUITH PUBLIC	122 SCHOOL ST.	13,104
GREENSBORO FREE	53 WILSON ST.	11,596
G. M. KELLEY COMMUNITY	SCHOOL HILL DR.	8,750
PEACHAM	656 BAYLEY HAZEN RD.	8,112
POPE MEMORIAL	121 PARK ST.	6,136
GLOVER PUBLIC	51 BEAN HILL RD	5,980
WALDEN COMMUNITY	135 CAHOON FARM RD.	4,977
CABOT PUBLIC	3084 MAIN ST.	4,845
CUTLER MEMORIAL	151 HIGH ST.	4,836
JOHN W. SIMPSON MEMORIAL	1972 E CRAFTSBURY RD	2,203
ALBANY TOWN	530 MAIN ST.	956
WOODBURY COMMUNITY	69 VALLEY LAKE RD.	717

Farmers Markets in Hardwick

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Caledonia Farmers Market Association - Danville		06/14/2017 to 08/30/2017	Wed: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Capital City Farmers Market - Indoor	89 Main Street	12/02/2017 to 04/21/2018	Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Capital City Farmers Market - Outdoor	60 State Street	05/06/2017 to 10/28/2017	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Craftsbury Farmers Market	1422 North Craftsbury Road	05/27/2017 to 10/07/2017	Sat: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Green Mountain - mobile farmers market					Visit
Greensboro Farmers' Market	Town Hall Green, East Craftsbury Road & Lauredon Avenue	June to September	Thu:3:00 PM - 6:00 PM;	Yes
Hardwick Farmers' Market	Granite St.	05/20/2016 to	Fri: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Lamoille Valley Year Round Farmers Artisan Market	River Arts Center				Visit
Peacham Farmers Market	555 Bayley Hazen Road	06/01/2017 to 09/07/2017	Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes	Visit

Breweries in Hardwick

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Goodrich's Maple Farm	Maple, Syrups Manufacturers, Beverage Manufacturers, Breweries, Flavoring Extract Manufacturers, For	2427 Us Rte 2	8024263388	Visit
Grateful Hands Brewery	Brewers	2211 Us Route 2	8022494092
Hill Farmstead Brewery	Brewery	403 Hill Rd	8025337450
Lost Nation Brewery	Brewery	254 Wilikins St	8028518041

Ski Resorts Near Hardwick

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort	Slopes (km)	Lifts	Peak (m)	Price	Season	Night	Park
Stowe	70.0	13	1,116	$106	November - April	Yes	Yes

Pharmacies in Hardwick

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
RITE AID - 10336	82 ROUTE 15 WEST	802-472-6961

Daycare Centers in Hardwick

2 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility	Type	Phone	Status
HARDWICK CHILD AND FAMILY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM 61 CHURCH STREET	CENTER BASED — CBCCPP	(802) 472-5496	OPEN
HARDWICK ELEMENTARY PRESCHOOL 135 SOUTH MAIN STREET	SCHOOL BASED — CBCCPP	(802) 472-2584	OPEN

EV Charging Stations in Hardwick

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
LVF HIGH SPEED LVF 1	75 Log Yard Dr	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
LVF HIGH SPEED LVF 2	75 Log Yard Dr	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
Hardwick Area Health Center	4 Slapp Hill Road	Blink Network	2		J1772	public
Hardwick Area Health Center	4 Slapp Hill	AMPUP	2		J1772	public
Lamoille Valley Ford	222 Route 15	Non-Networked	1		J1772	public
Northern Counties Dental Center	151 N. Main Street	Blink Network	1		J1772	public
Northern Counties Dental Center	151 N Main St	AMPUP	1		J1772	public

Fire Stations in Hardwick

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Hardwick Fire Department	333 Wolcott ST	Volunteer			802-472-5482
Woodbury Volunteer Fire Department	3665 RT 14	Volunteer			802-472-5050

Power Plants Near Hardwick

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
BILLINGS ROAD	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-72.4	U

Bridges in Hardwick

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1935	64	9,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1984	92	6,300	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2000	75	6,250	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1950	84	3,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	99	750	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1949	52	200	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2001	46	100	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1981	100	100	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2002	81	90	G
Slab	Concrete	1985	39	75	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1989	62	25	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1954	34	10	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1950	54	10	F

Amtrak Stations in Hardwick

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Montpelier-Berlin, VT	297 Junction Road	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Hardwick

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
CABOT CREAMERY CO-OP	2936 MAIN ST	WASHINGTON

Airports Near Hardwick

35 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Edward F Knapp State Airport	MPV	Medium Airport
Bradley Field	—	Small Airport
Brandon Airport	—	Small Airport
Caledonia County Airport	LLX	Small Airport
Carriers Skypark Airport	—	Small Airport
Catamount Airfield	—	Small Airport
Crossroad Airport	—	Small Airport
Davis Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Dean Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Douglas Field	—	Small Airport
Franconia Airport	—	Small Airport
Franklin County State Airport	—	Small Airport
John H Boylan State (Island Pond) Airport	—	Small Airport
Ketcham Landing Area Airport	—	Small Airport
Lightning Bolt Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Little Goose Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Mansonville Airport	—	Small Airport
Maule's Roost Airport	—	Small Airport
Meadow STOLport	—	Small Airport
Middlebury State Airport	—	Small Airport
Morrisville-Stowe State Airport	MVL	Small Airport
Mountain View Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Northeast Kingdom International Airport	EFK	Small Airport
Perras Field	—	Small Airport
Plymouth Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Post Mills Airport	—	Small Airport
Sky View Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Taylor Airport	—	Small Airport
Teal Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Two Tails Airport	—	Small Airport
Villeneuve Field	—	Small Airport
Warren-Sugarbush Airport	—	Small Airport
Weller Airport	—	Small Airport
Wentworth Aerodrome Airport	—	Small Airport
West Burke Aerodrome	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Hardwick

1 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Washington County Sheriff	10 Elm Street

Grocery Stores in Hardwick

7 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
BUFFALO MOUNTAIN CO-OP	Farmers and Markets	39 S Main St
Dollar General 14093	Other	393 VT Route 14 S
Hardwick Farmers Market	Farmers and Markets	Granite St.
Hardwick Kwik Stop	Convenience Store	454 VT Route 15 W
Jiffy Mart 457	Convenience Store	107 Mill Street
M & M Beverage	Convenience Store	308 VT Route 14
Tops Markets 742	Supermarket	82 VT Route 15 W

Post Offices in Hardwick

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
United States Post Office	3655 Vermont Route 14

Treatment Centers in Hardwick

4 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Behavioral Health and Wellness Center - Lamoille Health Partners	Both	802-888-8320
Lamoille County Mental Health Services	Mental Health	802-888-5026
Sunrise Wellness Center	Mental Health	802-223-7544
Washington County Mental Health Servs - Community Support Program	Both	802-229-0591

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hardwick

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CALAIS-WOODBURY UNITED CHURCH INCORPORATED	1692 RT 14
MARY QUEEN OF ALL SAINTS PARISH CHARITABLE TRUST	PO BOX 496
PROTESTANT EPISCOPAL CHURCH IN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA	39 WEST CHURCH STREET
UNITED CHURCH OF HARDWICK	PO BOX 396

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hardwick

What is the population of Hardwick?

Hardwick has a population of 1,047 residents and is located in Vermont. The population density is 667 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 57.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.1% female and 51.9% male.

Is Hardwick expensive to live in?

Hardwick has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 98 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $41,667, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $175,300 (38% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $806 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Hardwick safe?

Hardwick is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 175 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 982 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Hardwick receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Hardwick?

Hardwick has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winter temperatures average 14°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 251 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 31.

How is the job market in Hardwick?

The job market in Hardwick is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,065. There are 1,220 business establishments in the area, including 84 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 6.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Hardwick?

The median home value in Hardwick is $175,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $248,011. For renters, the median monthly rent is $806. Fair market rent is $1,203 for a 1-bedroom and $1,487 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 50.7%. The average annual property tax is $7,286.

How are the schools in Hardwick?

Schools in Hardwick score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 14.1% of adults in Hardwick hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Hardwick?

The obesity rate in Hardwick is 30.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 14.2% of adults are smokers. 22.2% are physically inactive. 28.6% of residents report depression. 7.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 55.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,267.

What is transportation like in Hardwick?

The average commute in Hardwick is 25 minutes. 72.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Hardwick?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Hardwick is 85% White, 3.7% Black or African American, 2.9% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 7.9% of the population are military veterans. 21.0% of residents have a disability. 95.5% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Morrisville, VT 2,527 pop · 11.9 mi Lyndonville, VT 1,229 pop · 18.1 mi St. Johnsbury, VT 5,945 pop · 18.1 mi Johnson, VT 1,668 pop · 18.2 mi Montpelier, VT 8,038 pop · 18.9 mi Barre, VT 8,461 pop · 21.8 mi Waterbury, VT 1,728 pop · 22.0 mi South Barre, VT 1,259 pop · 24.2 mi East Barre, VT 1,084 pop · 24.5 mi Williamstown, VT 1,622 pop · 27.8 mi Northfield, VT 4,165 pop · 28.2 mi Woodsville, NH 1,387 pop · 29.7 mi Jericho, VT 1,230 pop · 30.8 mi Newport, VT 4,413 pop · 31.3 mi

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