Westminster, VT

Vermont

Westminster is a small town in Vermont with a population of 622. Residents earn $90,938 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
622 Population 457/sq mi density
$90,938 Median Income $35,372 per capita
$285,300 Home Value $291,038 Zillow
$915 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$90,938 median income, 0.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$285,300 home value, $915/mo rent
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $90,938
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $285,300
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.8%
42% higher than US avg
Median Rent $915
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.1%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population622
Median Age32.4 yrs
Density457/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$90,938
Per Capita$35,372
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,200M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$285,300
Rent$915
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$291,038

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain47.0 in/yr
Elevation243 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.8%
High School+97.0%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute31 min
EV Stations3
Libraries14

Is Westminster a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westminster receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Westminster stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Westminster is $90,938, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westminster is $285,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $915 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Westminster experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Westminster has a population of 622 with a density of 457 people per square mile. The median age is 32.4 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%).

Population

622
Total Population
457
People / sq mi
32.4yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Westminster vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Westminster vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westminster is $90,938, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Westminster vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$90,938
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,372
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$89,013

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,202
County GDP$2,200M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare86
Retail159
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,767
265% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Work from Home30.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Westminster is $285,300, 1% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $915 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $291,038.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$285,300
1% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$291,038

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$915
21% below US avg

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-Occupied82.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,767
265% above US avg
Effective Rate4.47%
In Westminster, 25.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 28.9% report depression. 17.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.1%
22% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure24.5%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity17.2%
Depression28.9%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.3%
Checkup Rate70.4%
Premature Death8,143/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access75.0%
Healthcare Facilities86

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Westminster has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.0 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density457/sq mi
Coordinates43.0785°N, 72.4543°W
County FIPS33019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 47.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 0.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.8%
D 49.1%

Winner: Republican by 0.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.8%
42% above US avg
High School+97.0%
School Test Score6.02
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density457/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities86
Restaurants71
Retail Stores159

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Work from Home30.3%

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