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Highgate Center, VT Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$150/mo
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$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1100/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1400/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1900/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.8% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Highgate Center is relatively stable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are scarce, and prices have been increasing steadily over the past few years. Homebuyers can expect to find a range of options, from cozy cottages to larger family homes.
Cost of Living
118
+18% above national average
105
94
102
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.8% |
| <p>State 6% + No County or City tax</p> | |
Vermont has a progressive income tax system, with rates ranging from 3.75% to 8.95%
Family & Relocation
60
7.2/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Public transit options are limited in Highgate Center, but the town's compact downtown area is relatively stroller-friendly, with wide sidewalks and easy access to local shops and services.
- Missisquoi Valley Rail Trail
- Highgate Springs State Park
- Franklin County Fair
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📰 Live Local News
Highgate Center has zoning regulations in place to preserve the town’s rural character and protect natural resources.
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📊 Highgate Center — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Highgate Center tend to be higher in the winter months, due to the need for heating, with average monthly electricity bills increasing by 20-30% from December to February. In contrast, summer months see a decrease in utility costs, with average monthly bills dropping by 10-20% from June to August.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 05459 has a property tax millage rate of 1.8, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
Score 6/10: while Highgate Center's downtown area is relatively stroller-friendly, the town's rural roads and lack of sidewalks in some areas can make it difficult to navigate with a stroller, and elevator access in transit is limited.
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