South Lincoln, VT

Vermont

South Lincoln is a small town in Vermont with a population of 159. Residents earn $123,750 per year, which is 65% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
159 Population 67/sq mi density
$123,750 Median Income $66,324 per capita
$308,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$123,750 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$308,100 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $123,750
65% higher than US avg
Home Value $308,100
9% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.7%
27% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.5%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population159
Median Age62.3 yrs
Density67/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$123,750
Per Capita$66,324
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$5,191M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$308,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain49.4 in/yr
Elevation1,538 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.7%
High School+97.7%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 27% / D 70%
Commute36 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries13

Is South Lincoln a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Lincoln receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. South Lincoln stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Lincoln is $123,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 65% above $75,149. This places South Lincoln among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Lincoln is $308,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

South Lincoln has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.4 inches, including 112.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

South Lincoln has a population of 159 with a density of 67 people per square mile. The median age is 62.3 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

159
Total Population
67
People / sq mi
62.3yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

South Lincoln vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

South Lincoln vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Lincoln is $123,750, which is 65% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: South Lincoln vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$123,750
65% above US avg
Per Capita Income$66,324
Avg Weekly Wage$1,304
IRS Avg AGI$78,280

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,178
County GDP$5,191M

Business (County)

Restaurants162
Healthcare223
Retail321
Manufacturing121

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,221
135% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.8 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in South Lincoln is $308,100, 9% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$308,100
9% above 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-Occupied90.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,221
135% above US avg
Effective Rate2.67%
In South Lincoln, 28.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% report depression. 17.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: South Lincoln vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.5%
11% below US avg
Diabetes6.6%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma12.1%
COPD5.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity17.8%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death7,124/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access74.1%
Healthcare Facilities223

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

South Lincoln has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.2°F
24% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.4 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall112.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,538 ft (469 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density67/sq mi
Coordinates44.0599°N, 72.9745°W
County FIPS50023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 42.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 43.4-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 26.6%
D 70%

Winner: Democrat by 43.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.7%
27% above US avg
High School+97.7%
School Test Score6.02
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density67/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities223
Restaurants162
Retail Stores321

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.8 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

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