Median Income
$79,875
6% higher than US avg
Home Value
$198,300
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.2%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,264
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.2%
42% lower than US avg
How Stowe Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,645
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density2,661/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Economy
A
Median Income$79,875
Per Capita$38,216
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$110,422M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$198,300
Rent$1,264
OwnershipN/A
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.2%
High School+89.6%
School Score5.95
Community
2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute28 min
Libraries37
Is Stowe a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Stowe receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Stowe stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Stowe is $79,875, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Stowe is $198,300, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,264 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Stowe experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Stowe has a population of 3,645 with a density of 2,661 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.9%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 4.9% Black.
Population
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.0% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 6.0% |
| 55% below US avg |
The median household income in Stowe is $79,875, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $79,875 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $38,216 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,700 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $137,618 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.2% |
| 42% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 28,922 |
| County GDP | $110,422M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 2,054 |
| Healthcare | 3,385 |
| Retail | 2,943 |
| Manufacturing | 896 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,910 |
| 183% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.00% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.7 min |
| Work from Home | 8.4% |
The median home value in Stowe is $198,300, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,264 (9% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $198,300 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $387,500 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $387,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $195 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 103.6% |
| Price Drops | 33.3% |
| Inventory | 3 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,264 |
| 9% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $9,910 |
| 183% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.00% |
Health Metrics: Stowe vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.8% |
| |
| Premature Death | 5,470/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 96.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3,385 |
Crime Rates: Stowe vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 51 |
Safety Score
Stowe has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.9°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 45.3 inches |
| 19% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,661/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.2509°N, 75.6819°W |
| County FIPS | 42091 |