Wolcott, VT

Vermont

Wolcott is a small town in Vermont with a population of 209. Residents earn $39,904 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
209 Population 235/sq mi density
$39,904 Median Income $25,862 per capita
$155,600 Home Value $332,755 Zillow
$1,091 Median Rent
41°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$39,904 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$155,600 home value, $1,091/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,904
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $155,600
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.2%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,091
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.4%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population209
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density235/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$39,904
Per Capita$25,862
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,654M
Commute19 min

Housing

A
Home Value$155,600
Rent$1,091
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$332,755

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.2%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Elevation680 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.2%
High School+87.3%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 31% / D 66%
Commute19 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries7

Is Wolcott a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wolcott receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Wolcott offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wolcott is $39,904, 47% below the national average of $75,149. 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%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wolcott is $155,600, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Wolcott has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches, including 141.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Wolcott has a population of 209 with a density of 235 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%).

Population

209
Total Population
235
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.7%
Female 37.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Wolcott vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Wolcott vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wolcott is $39,904, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Wolcott vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,904
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,862
Avg Weekly Wage$1,111
IRS Avg AGI$86,387

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,540
County GDP$1,654M

Business (County)

Restaurants126
Healthcare78
Retail153
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,176
191% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.4 min
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Wolcott is $155,600, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $332,755.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$155,600
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$332,755

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,091
6% 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-Occupied57.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,176
191% above US avg
Effective Rate6.54%
In Wolcott, 29.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 29.2% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.4%
8% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure25.9%
Asthma12.0%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression29.2%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Checkup Rate69.1%
Premature Death6,109/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access69.0%
Healthcare Facilities78

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Wolcott has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.1°F
24% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.5 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall141.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation680 ft (207 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density235/sq mi
Coordinates44.5518°N, 72.4701°W
County FIPS50015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 35.8-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30.5%
D 66.3%

Winner: Democrat by 35.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.2%
55% below US avg
High School+87.3%
School Test Score6.02
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density235/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants126
Retail Stores153

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.4 min
Work from Home3.6%

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