Vermont
Waitsfield is a small town in Vermont with a population of 166. Residents earn $23,068 per year, which is 69% below the national average.
Based on current data, Waitsfield receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, below-average incomes. Waitsfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Waitsfield is $23,068, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Waitsfield is $460,000, making it a premium housing market at 63% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 19.9x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Waitsfield is a highly educated community — 82.0% 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.
Waitsfield has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $23,068 |
| 69% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $50,290 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,304 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $78,280 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.0% |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,178 |
| County GDP | $5,191M |
| Restaurants | 162 |
| Healthcare | 223 |
| Retail | 321 |
| Manufacturing | 121 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,221 |
| 135% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.79% |
| Commute Time | 17.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 67.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 21.2% |
| Census Median | $460,000 |
| 63% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $537,430 |
| Rent Burden | 23.8% |
| Studio | $1,124 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,203 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,487 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,922 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,111 |
| Owner-Occupied | 29.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,221 |
| 135% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.79% |
| Obesity | 25.0% |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 6.2% |
| Heart Disease | 4.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 23.1% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 4.1% |
| Stroke | 2.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 14.3% |
| Depression | 29.1% |
| Mental Distress | 15.7% |
| Physical Distress | 9.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 73.1% |
| Premature Death | 7,124/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 223 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Annual Average | 43.4°F |
| 20% below US avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 66°F (19°C) |
| AQI Median | 31.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 750 ft (229 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 252/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.1833°N, 72.8345°W |
| County FIPS | 50023 |
Winner: Democrat by 43.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 82.0% |
| 143% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| School Test Score | 6.02 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 252/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.7 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 94.3% |
| EV Charging Stations | 12 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 12 |
| Public Libraries | 13 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 223 |
| Restaurants | 162 |
| Retail Stores | 321 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 17.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 67.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 21.2% |