Sutton, VT

Vermont

Sutton is a small town in Vermont with a population of 165. Residents earn $80,481 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
165 Population 93/sq mi density
$80,481 Median Income $34,913 per capita
$213,600 Home Value $278,218 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,481 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$213,600 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,481
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $213,600
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.0%
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.1%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population165
Median Age43.7 yrs
Density93/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,481
Per Capita$34,913
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$1,641M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$213,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$278,218

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Elevation1,165 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 54%
Commute23 min
Broadband62.0%
Libraries14

Is Sutton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sutton receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Sutton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sutton is $80,481, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sutton is $213,600, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Sutton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches, including 141.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Sutton has a population of 165 with a density of 93 people per square mile. The median age is 43.7 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

165
Total Population
93
People / sq mi
43.7yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Sutton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sutton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sutton is $80,481, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Sutton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,481
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,913
Avg Weekly Wage$1,065
IRS Avg AGI$62,915

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,220
County GDP$1,641M

Business (County)

Restaurants84
Healthcare121
Retail137
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,286
108% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Work from Home13.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Sutton is $213,600, 24% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $278,218.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$213,600
24% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$278,218

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-Occupied78.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,286
108% above US avg
Effective Rate3.41%
In Sutton, 31.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.4% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.1%
3% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression28.4%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Checkup Rate72.8%
Premature Death8,885/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access55.7%
Healthcare Facilities121

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Sutton has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.1°F
24% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.5 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall141.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,165 ft (355 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density93/sq mi
Coordinates44.6301°N, 72.0315°W
County FIPS50005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 12.4-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42%
D 54.5%

Winner: Democrat by 12.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.0%
53% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.02
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density93/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities121
Restaurants84
Retail Stores137

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Work from Home13.3%

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