Irasburg, VT

Vermont

Irasburg is a small town in Vermont with a population of 167. Residents earn $67,083 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
167 Population 170/sq mi density
$67,083 Median Income $28,025 per capita
$152,100 Home Value $282,763 Zillow
$922 Median Rent 19.0% income on rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$67,083 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$152,100 home value, $922/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,083
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $152,100
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.9%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $922
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.1%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.9%
12% lower than US avg

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

People

Population167
Median Age49.4 yrs
Density170/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,083
Per Capita$28,025
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$1,563M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$152,100
Rent$922
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$282,763
Rent Burden19.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain43.8 in/yr
Elevation876 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.9%
High School+93.4%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute29 min
Broadband73.0%
Libraries14

Is Irasburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Irasburg receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Irasburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Irasburg is $67,083, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Irasburg is $152,100, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $922 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Irasburg has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches, including 98.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Irasburg has a population of 167 with a density of 170 people per square mile. The median age is 49.4 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.2%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

167
Total Population
170
People / sq mi
49.4yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Irasburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.7%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.3%
53% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Irasburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Irasburg is $67,083, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Irasburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,083
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,025
Avg Weekly Wage$988
IRS Avg AGI$58,823

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.9%
12% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,102
County GDP$1,563M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare81
Retail116
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,963
99% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Drive Alone55.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Irasburg is $152,100, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $922 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $282,763.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,100
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$282,763

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$922
21% below US avg
Rent Burden19.0%

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-Occupied56.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,963
99% above US avg
Effective Rate4.58%
In Irasburg, 32.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.9% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.1%
0% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma13.1%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression28.9%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death8,961/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access48.0%
Healthcare Facilities81

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Irasburg has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.8°F
23% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.8 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall98.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation876 ft (267 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density170/sq mi
Coordinates44.8008°N, 72.2906°W
County FIPS50019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.6-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.4%
D 47.8%

Winner: Republican by 1.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.9%
91% below US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score6.02
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density170/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants62
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Drive Alone55.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

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