Jacksonville, VT

Vermont

Jacksonville is a small town in Vermont with a population of 152. Residents earn $100,278 per year, which is 33% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
152 Population 133/sq mi density
$100,278 Median Income $34,781 per capita
$261,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$100,278 median income, 11.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$261,500 home value
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,278
33% higher than US avg
Home Value $261,500
7% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.6%
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.1%
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 11.4%
217% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population152
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density133/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$100,278
Per Capita$34,781
Unemployment11.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,098M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$261,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Elevation1,665 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 27% / D 70%
Commute27 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries18

Is Jacksonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jacksonville receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Jacksonville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jacksonville is $100,278, which is significantly higher than the national average — 33% above $75,149. This places Jacksonville among higher-income communities. At 11.4%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jacksonville is $261,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.6% 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

Jacksonville has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Jacksonville has a population of 152 with a density of 133 people per square mile. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%).

Population

152
Total Population
133
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Jacksonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jacksonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jacksonville is $100,278, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Jacksonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,278
33% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,781
Avg Weekly Wage$1,092
IRS Avg AGI$66,257

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.4%
217% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,493
County GDP$3,098M

Business (County)

Restaurants218
Healthcare164
Retail221
Manufacturing96

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,612
146% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Jacksonville is $261,500, 7% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$261,500
7% below 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)$8,612
146% above US avg
Effective Rate3.29%
In Jacksonville, 26.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.4% report depression. 18.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.1%
19% below US avg
Diabetes7.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure26.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity18.9%
Depression28.4%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Checkup Rate69.3%
Premature Death8,005/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access50.1%
Healthcare Facilities164

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Jacksonville has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.2 inches
40% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,665 ft (507 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density133/sq mi
Coordinates42.7940°N, 72.8156°W
County FIPS50025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 37.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 42.7-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 26.9%
D 69.6%

Winner: Democrat by 42.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.6%
12% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.02
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density133/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities164
Restaurants218
Retail Stores221

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Work from Home5.6%

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