Stratton Mountain, VT

Vermont

Stratton Mountain is a small town in Vermont with a population of 97. Residents earn $174,722 per year, which is 133% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
97 Population 37/sq mi density
$174,722 Median Income $92,887 per capita
$1,045,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$174,722 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$1,045,500 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
88.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $174,722
133% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,045,500
271% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 88.9%
164% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.4%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population97
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density37/mi²
Male / Female72% / 28%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans63.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$174,722
Per Capita$92,887
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,759M
Commute4 min

Housing

B
Home Value$1,045,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation2,061 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+88.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
Commute4 min
Broadband36.0%
Libraries24

Is Stratton Mountain a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stratton Mountain receives an overall livability score of 4.4 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 high housing costs. Stratton Mountain stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stratton Mountain is $174,722, which is significantly higher than the national average — 133% above $75,149. This places Stratton Mountain among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 4 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stratton Mountain is $1,045,500, making it a premium housing market at 271% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Stratton Mountain is a highly educated community — 88.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Stratton Mountain has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Stratton Mountain has a population of 97 with a density of 37 people per square mile. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

97
Total Population
37
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 72.2%
Female 27.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Stratton Mountain vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.0%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.0%
48% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stratton Mountain vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stratton Mountain is $174,722, which is 133% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 4 minutes.

Income: Stratton Mountain vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$174,722
133% above US avg
Per Capita Income$92,887
Avg Weekly Wage$1,209
IRS Avg AGI$86,103

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,052
County GDP$3,759M

Business (County)

Restaurants199
Healthcare168
Retail245
Manufacturing110

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$11,255
222% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time4.2 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home45.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Stratton Mountain is $1,045,500, 271% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,045,500
271% above US avg
Median List Price$850,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$850,000
$/Sq Ft$324
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.6%
Price Drops4.6%
Inventory22

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-Occupied72.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$11,255
222% above US avg
Effective Rate1.08%
In Stratton Mountain, 25.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 15.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Stratton Mountain vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.4%
21% below US avg
Diabetes6.3%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure24.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity15.7%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate71.6%
Premature Death8,663/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access69.3%
Healthcare Facilities168

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Stratton Mountain has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.5°F
21% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,061 ft (628 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²)
Population Density37/sq mi
Coordinates43.1162°N, 72.9053°W
County FIPS50027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 88.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (164% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 35.6-point margin. 36.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.7%
D 66.3%

Winner: Democrat by 35.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+88.9%
164% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.02
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density37/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access36.0%
Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities168
Restaurants199
Retail Stores245

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute4.2 min
Drive Alone0.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home45.7%

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