Putney, VT

Vermont

Putney is a small town in Vermont with a population of 394. Residents earn $63,750 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
394 Population 281/sq mi density
$63,750 Median Income $57,672 per capita
$262,900 Home Value $358,393 Zillow
$808 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$63,750 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$262,900 home value, $808/mo rent
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $262,900
7% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.4%
41% higher than US avg
Median Rent $808
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.4%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population394
Median Age51.5 yrs
Density281/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$57,672
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,098M
Commute11 min

Housing

A
Home Value$262,900
Rent$808
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$358,393

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.0%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Elevation589 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.4%
High School+89.9%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 27% / D 70%
Commute11 min
EV Stations1
Libraries18

Is Putney a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Putney receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Putney stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Putney is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Putney is $262,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $808 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Putney 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.

Putney has a population of 394 with a density of 281 people per square mile. The median age is 51.5 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

394
Total Population
281
People / sq mi
51.5yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Putney vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.3%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.7%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Putney vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Putney is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Putney vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,750
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$57,672
Avg Weekly Wage$1,092
IRS Avg AGI$66,257

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below 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 Rate3.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time11.1 min
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Putney is $262,900, 7% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $808 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $358,393.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$262,900
7% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$358,393

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$808
31% below 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-Occupied44.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,612
146% above US avg
Effective Rate3.28%
In Putney, 26.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 30.0% report depression. 18.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.4%
18% below US avg
Diabetes7.0%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure25.1%
Asthma11.8%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity18.6%
Depression30.0%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate71.0%
Premature Death8,005/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Putney 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

Elevation589 ft (180 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density281/sq mi
Coordinates42.9713°N, 72.5277°W
County FIPS50025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 47.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 42.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 26.9%
D 69.6%

Winner: Democrat by 42.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.4%
41% above US avg
High School+89.9%
School Test Score6.02
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density281/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities164
Restaurants218
Retail Stores221

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute11.1 min
Work from Home8.6%

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