West Dummerston, VT

Vermont

West Dummerston is a small town in Vermont with a population of 59.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
59 Population 454/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $78,373 per capita
$193,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
59.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $193,000
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 59.3%
76% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.9%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population59
Median Age63.9 yrs
Density454/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans47.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$78,373
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,098M

Housing

Home Value$193,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity22.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease3.8%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Elevation352 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+59.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 27% / D 70%
CommuteN/A
Broadband34.0%
Libraries18

Is West Dummerston a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Dummerston is $193,000, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

West Dummerston is a highly educated community — 59.3% 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

West Dummerston has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

West Dummerston has a population of 59 with a density of 454 people per square mile. The median age is 63.9 years, 64% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.8%).

Population

59
Total Population
454
People / sq mi
63.9yrs
Median Age
64% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.3%
Female 62.7%

Race & Ethnicity

West Dummerston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

West Dummerston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Dummerston is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: West Dummerston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$78,373
Avg Weekly Wage$1,092
IRS Avg AGI$66,257

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,493
County GDP$3,098M

Business (County)

Restaurants218
Healthcare164
Retail221
Manufacturing96

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,612
146% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.46%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in West Dummerston is $193,000, 32% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$193,000
32% below US avg

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-Occupied78.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,612
146% above US avg
Effective Rate4.46%
In West Dummerston, 22.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 14.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: West Dummerston vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.9%
29% below US avg
Diabetes5.6%
Heart Disease3.8%
High Blood Pressure21.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD3.9%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity14.3%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress9.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate68.0%
Premature Death8,005/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access50.1%
Healthcare Facilities164

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

West Dummerston has an average annual temperature of 44°F (6°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.6°F
19% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.2 inches
40% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation352 ft (107 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density454/sq mi
Coordinates42.9298°N, 72.6128°W
County FIPS50025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 59.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 42.7-point margin. 34.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 26.9%
D 69.6%

Winner: Democrat by 42.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+59.3%
76% 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 Density454/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.0%
Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities164
Restaurants218
Retail Stores221

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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