Stowe, VT

Vermont

Stowe is a small town in Vermont with a population of 745. Residents earn $84,429 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
745 Population 968/sq mi density
$84,429 Median Income $93,006 per capita
N/A Home Value $1,009,559 Zillow
$1,310 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
68 Violent Crime/100K 2,549 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$84,429 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$1,310/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
68 violent crimes/100K (82% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
82.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,429
12% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 68/100K
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 82.2%
144% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,310
13% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.3%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population745
Median Age71.1 yrs
Density968/mi²
Male / Female44% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$84,429
Per Capita$93,006
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,654M

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$1,310
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,009,559

Crime

F
Violent68/100K
Property2,549/100K
Murder22.6/100K
Assault45/100K
Burglary587/100K

Health

Obesity27.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Elevation697 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+82.2%
High School+96.6%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
CommuteN/A
EV Stations21
Libraries7

Is Stowe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stowe receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Stowe offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stowe is $84,429, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $1,310 per month.

Safety & Crime

Stowe is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 68 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,549 per 100,000, 30% above the national average.

Education

Stowe is a highly educated community — 82.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Stowe has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches, including 125.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Stowe has a population of 745 with a density of 968 people per square mile. The median age is 71.1 years, 83% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

745
Total Population
968
People / sq mi
71.1yrs
Median Age
83% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.5%
Female 56.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Stowe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stowe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stowe is $84,429, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Stowe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,429
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$93,006
Avg Weekly Wage$1,111
IRS Avg AGI$86,387

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,540
County GDP$1,654M

Business (County)

Restaurants126
Healthcare78
Retail153
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,176
191% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $1,310 (13% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,009,559.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$1,009,559

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,310
13% above 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-Occupied61.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,176
191% above US avg
In Stowe, 27.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 15.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.3%
15% below US avg
Diabetes6.1%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure23.8%
Asthma11.2%
COPD4.2%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity15.1%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress10.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate71.3%
Premature Death6,109/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access69.0%
Healthcare Facilities78
Stowe has a violent crime rate of 68 per 100,000 residents, 82% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,549 per 100,000 (30% above US avg). The murder rate is 22.6 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent67.7/100K
82% below US avg
Murder22.6/100K
258% above US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault45.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,549.1/100K
30% above US avg
Burglary586.5/100K
Theft1,962.6/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Stowe has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.2°F
20% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall125.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation697 ft (212 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density968/sq mi
Coordinates44.4672°N, 72.6838°W
County FIPS50015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 82.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (144% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 35.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.5%
D 66.3%

Winner: Democrat by 35.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+82.2%
144% above US avg
High School+96.6%
School Test Score6.02
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density968/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations21
Alt Fuel Stations21
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants126
Retail Stores153

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home7.1%

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