Lowell, VT

Vermont

Lowell is a small town in Vermont with a population of 231. Residents earn $79,250 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
231 Population 79/sq mi density
$79,250 Median Income $29,921 per capita
$184,400 Home Value $223,740 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$79,250 median income, 11.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$184,400 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,250
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $184,400
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.4%
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.3%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.0%
206% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population231
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density79/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$79,250
Per Capita$29,921
Unemployment11.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,563M
Commute60 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$184,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$223,740

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain43.8 in/yr
Elevation1,223 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.4%
High School+93.8%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 48%
Commute60 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries14

Is Lowell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lowell receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Lowell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lowell is $79,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.0%, 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 60 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lowell is $184,400, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Lowell 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.

Lowell has a population of 231 with a density of 79 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

231
Total Population
79
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.9%
Female 41.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lowell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lowell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lowell is $79,250, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 60 minutes.

Income: Lowell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,250
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,921
Avg Weekly Wage$988
IRS Avg AGI$58,823

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.0%
206% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate3.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time60.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lowell is $184,400, 35% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $223,740.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$184,400
35% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$223,740

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-Occupied94.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,963
99% above US avg
Effective Rate3.78%
In Lowell, 32.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.3%
1% above US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death8,961/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Lowell 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

Elevation1,223 ft (373 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density79/sq mi
Coordinates44.7935°N, 72.4328°W
County FIPS50019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.6-point margin. 77.0% 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+14.4%
57% below US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score6.02
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density79/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants62
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute60.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

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