West Woodstock, VT

Vermont

West Woodstock is a small town in Vermont with a population of 507.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
507 Population 604/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $59,039 per capita
$350,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $350,000
24% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.4%
26% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.9%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population507
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density604/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$59,039
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$3,759M
Commute33 min

Housing

Home Value$350,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Elevation754 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.4%
High School+96.3%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
Commute33 min
Libraries24

Is West Woodstock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Woodstock receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. West Woodstock 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 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Woodstock is $350,000, 24% above the national median.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

West Woodstock has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

West Woodstock has a population of 507 with a density of 604 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

507
Total Population
604
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

West Woodstock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.6%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.4%
30% above US avg

Social Characteristics

West Woodstock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Woodstock is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: West Woodstock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$59,039
Avg Weekly Wage$1,209
IRS Avg AGI$86,103

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% 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 Rate3.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.5 min
Work from Home40.2%

Walkability

The median home value in West Woodstock is $350,000, 24% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$350,000
24% above 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-Occupied59.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$11,255
222% above US avg
Effective Rate3.22%
In West Woodstock, 26.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 14.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.9%
16% below US avg
Diabetes6.1%
Heart Disease3.9%
High Blood Pressure24.4%
Asthma10.2%
COPD4.0%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity14.6%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress15.1%
Physical Distress9.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate69.1%
Premature Death8,663/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

West Woodstock has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.9°F
17% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.5 inches
12% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation754 ft (230 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density604/sq mi
Coordinates43.6104°N, 72.5525°W
County FIPS50027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 42.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 35.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.7%
D 66.3%

Winner: Democrat by 35.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.4%
26% above US avg
High School+96.3%
School Test Score6.02
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density604/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities168
Restaurants199
Retail Stores245

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.5 min
Work from Home40.2%

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