Highgate Center, VT

Vermont · Metropolitan Area

Highgate Center is a small town in Vermont with a population of 410. Residents earn $116,049 per year, which is 54% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
410 Population 621/sq mi density
$116,049 Median Income $38,572 per capita
$344,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$116,049 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$344,000 home value
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $116,049
54% higher than US avg
Home Value $344,000
22% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.6%
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population410
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density621/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A+
Median Income$116,049
Per Capita$38,572
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$265M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$344,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Elevation287 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 59%
Commute14 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries5

Is Highgate Center a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Highgate Center receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Highgate Center stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Highgate Center is $116,049, which is significantly higher than the national average — 54% above $75,149. This places Highgate Center 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 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Highgate Center is $344,000, 22% above the national median. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Highgate Center has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches, including 79.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Highgate Center has a population of 410 with a density of 621 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.9%).

Population

410
Total Population
621
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Highgate Center vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Highgate Center vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Highgate Center is $116,049, which is 54% 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 14 minutes.

Income: Highgate Center vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$116,049
54% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,572
Avg Weekly Wage$965
IRS Avg AGI$91,779

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)299
County GDP$265M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare13
Retail18
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,648
204% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Highgate Center is $344,000, 22% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$344,000
22% above US avg

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,648
204% above US avg
Effective Rate3.10%
In Highgate Center, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Highgate Center vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma12.1%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate72.5%
Premature Death6,017/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.4/10
Exercise Access52.7%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Highgate Center has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.3 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall79.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation287 ft (87 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density621/sq mi
Coordinates44.9349°N, 73.0385°W
County FIPS50013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 21.1-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.1%
D 59.2%

Winner: Democrat by 21.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.6%
21% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.02
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density621/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants27
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

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