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Washington County
  • County in Vermont

Report Card

grade A minus
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Public Schools
    grade B+
  2. Housing
    grade B minus
  3. Nightlife
    grade B+
  4. Good for Families
    grade A minus
  5. Diversity
    grade C
  6. Jobs
    grade B
  7. Weather
    grade D+
  8. Cost of Living
    grade B minus
  9. Health & Fitness
    grade A
  10. Outdoor Activities
    grade A minus
  11. Commute
    grade B+

editorial

Washington County is located in Vermont with a population of 59,609. Washington County is one of the best places to live in Vermont. In Washington County, most residents own their homes. Many young professionals live in Washington County and residents tend to be liberal. The public schools in Washington County are above average.

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Population
59,609

Real Estate

Median Home Value
$244,700
National
$244,900
Median Rent
$986
National
$1,163
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    29%
  • Own
    71%
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Crime & Safety

Violent Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
  • Assault
    146.7
    national  282.7
  • Murder
    0
    national  6.1
  • Rape
    55
    national  40.7
  • Robbery
    21.4
    national  135.5
Property Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
  • Burglary
    351.6
    national  500.1
  • Theft
    2,140
    national  2,042.8
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
    9.2
    national  284

Residents

Diversity
grade C
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Age
  • <10 years
    9%
  • 10-17 years
    9%
  • 18-24 years
    10%
  • 25-34 years
    11%
  • 35-44 years
    12%
  • 45-54 years
    13%
  • 55-64 years
    15%
  • 65+ years
    20%
Education Levels
  • Master's degree or higher
    19%
    national  13%
  • Bachelor's degree
    25%
    national  21%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    24%
    national  29%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    26%
    national  26%
  • Less than high school diploma
    5%
    national  11%

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