Worcester, VT

Vermont

Worcester is a small town in Vermont with a population of 113. Residents earn $63,750 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
113 Population 942/sq mi density
$63,750 Median Income $26,241 per capita
$225,000 Home Value $367,313 Zillow
$839 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$63,750 median income, 23.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$225,000 home value, $839/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $225,000
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.3%
20% higher than US avg
Median Rent $839
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.3%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 23.4%
550% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population113
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density942/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans92.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$26,241
Unemployment23.4%
Poverty12.0%
County GDP$5,191M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$225,000
Rent$839
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$367,313

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI31 (Good)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Elevation749 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.3%
High School+90.3%
School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 27% / D 70%
Commute24 min
Broadband42.0%
Libraries13

Is Worcester a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Worcester receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Worcester offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Worcester is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. At 23.4%, unemployment is notably high. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Worcester is $225,000, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $839 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Worcester has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches, including 125.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Worcester has a population of 113 with a density of 942 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%).

Population

113
Total Population
942
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.4%
Female 41.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Worcester vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Worcester vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Worcester is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 23.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Worcester vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,750
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,241
Avg Weekly Wage$1,304
IRS Avg AGI$78,280

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment23.4%
550% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,178
County GDP$5,191M

Business (County)

Restaurants162
Healthcare223
Retail321
Manufacturing121

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,221
135% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Worcester is $225,000, 20% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $839 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $367,313.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,000
20% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$367,313

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$319
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio99.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$839
28% 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-Occupied59.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,221
135% above US avg
Effective Rate3.65%
In Worcester, 26.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 15.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.3%
18% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure24.9%
Asthma11.4%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity15.5%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate71.0%
Premature Death7,124/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access74.1%
Healthcare Facilities223

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Worcester has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.2°F
20% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.3 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall125.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median31.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation749 ft (228 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density942/sq mi
Coordinates44.3700°N, 72.5501°W
County FIPS50023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 40.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 43.4-point margin. 42.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 26.6%
D 70%

Winner: Democrat by 43.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.3%
20% above US avg
High School+90.3%
School Test Score6.02
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density942/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access42.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities223
Restaurants162
Retail Stores321

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Work from Home11.1%

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