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Orleans, VT
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Orleans, VT
At a Glance
How Orleans Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Orleans's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Orleans a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Orleans residents earn a median household income of $57,604 , which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,743. The unemployment rate stands at 2.0% (44% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,102 business establishments, including 62 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Orleans is $156,300 , 45% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $150,933. Median rent is $757/month, with 25.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Orleans reports 222 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 42% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,619/100K.
Education
28.1% of adults in Orleans hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below the national average). 92.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Orleans has an average annual temperature of 42°F (5°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 251 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.