Hinesburg, VT

Vermont · Metropolitan Area

Hinesburg is a small town in Vermont with a population of 581. Residents earn $53,627 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
581 Population 469/sq mi density
$53,627 Median Income $33,905 per capita
$230,200 Home Value $543,826 Zillow
$1,553 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
44 Violent Crime/100K 533 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$53,627 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$230,200 home value, $1,553/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
44 violent crimes/100K (88% below avg)
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,627
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $230,200
18% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 44/100K
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.7%
18% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,553
34% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.8%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population581
Median Age30.6 yrs
Density469/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,627
Per Capita$33,905
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$16,404M
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$230,200
Rent$1,553
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$543,826

Crime

F
Violent44/100K
Property533/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault44/100K
Burglary44/100K

Health

Obesity22.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain37.5 in/yr
Elevation343 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 22% / D 75%
Commute22 min
EV Stations2
Libraries19

Is Hinesburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hinesburg receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hinesburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hinesburg is $53,627, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hinesburg is $230,200, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,553 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Hinesburg is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 44 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 533 per 100,000, 73% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.7% 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

Hinesburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches, including 87.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Hinesburg has a population of 581 with a density of 469 people per square mile. The median age is 30.6 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.6%), with 14.1% Hispanic.

Population

581
Total Population
469
People / sq mi
30.6yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Hinesburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hinesburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hinesburg is $53,627, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Hinesburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,627
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,905
Avg Weekly Wage$1,407
IRS Avg AGI$97,077

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,418
County GDP$16,404M

Business (County)

Restaurants482
Healthcare646
Retail732
Manufacturing230

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,203
163% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hinesburg is $230,200, 18% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,553 (34% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $543,826.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$230,200
18% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$543,826

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,553
34% above US avg

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-Occupied26.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,203
163% above US avg
Effective Rate4.00%
In Hinesburg, 22.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 12.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.8%
29% below US avg
Diabetes5.5%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure22.8%
Asthma11.1%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity12.6%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress10.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate74.7%
Premature Death5,480/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access87.3%
Healthcare Facilities646
Hinesburg has a violent crime rate of 44 per 100,000 residents, 88% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 533 per 100,000 (73% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent44.4/100K
88% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault44.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property532.6/100K
73% below US avg
Burglary44.4/100K
Theft488.2/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Hinesburg 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 is 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.5 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall87.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation343 ft (105 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density469/sq mi
Coordinates44.3331°N, 73.1092°W
County FIPS50007
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 39.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 53.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 21.7%
D 75.4%

Winner: Democrat by 53.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.7%
18% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.02
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density469/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities646
Restaurants482
Retail Stores732

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Work from Home0.0%

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