Bradford, VT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,326 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
41.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$96,213 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$246,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$924 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$835 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Orange County
1
Lebanon-Claremont Urban Area
2
Vermont
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Orange County
1
Lebanon-Claremont Urban Area
2
Vermont
2

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (52%) (42%) Conservative

Climate

Warm-summer continental climate. Warm summers and cold winters with substantial seasonal variation. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 19 15
Feb 2 17 18
Mar 3 16 27
Apr 3 4 41
May 4 0 52
Jun 4 0 60
Jul 4 0 65
Aug 4 0 64
Sep 4 0 55
Oct 4 1 44
Nov 4 4 34
Dec 3 19 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Connecticut River Academy
<1 miles, S · 1star
Oxbow UHSD #30
1 miles, NE · 4.6star

Colleges

Dartmouth College
22 miles, SW · 4.6star
Vermont Technical College
24 miles, W · 2.8star
Goddard College
25 miles, N · 1star

Hospitals

Cottage Hospital
11 miles, NE · 3.2star
Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital
23 miles, SW · 4.1star
Alice Peck Day Memorial Hospital
26 miles, SW · 4.1star
Littleton Regional Healthcare
27 miles, NE · 4.1star

Airports

Burlington International Airport
61 miles, NW · 1.4star
Manchester Airport
81 miles, S · 1.4star