Vergennes, VT
Full City Profile · Vermont · Addison County County
Vergennes, VT
At a Glance
How Vergennes Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Vergennes's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Vergennes a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Vergennes residents earn a median household income of $85,417 , which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,752. The unemployment rate stands at 2.7% (25% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,811 business establishments, including 89 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Vergennes is $263,500 , 7% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $363,608. Median rent is $1,040/month, with 26.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 98.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1971.
Safety & Crime
Vergennes reports 117 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 69% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 778/100K.
Education
35.1% of adults in Vergennes hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above the national average). 93.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Vergennes has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches.