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Hyde Park, 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 | $2000/mo |
| Median Home Price | $280,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.8% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Hyde Park is relatively stable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are scarce, and prices have been rising in recent years. Homebuyers can find a range of options, from cozy cottages to larger family homes.
Cost of Living
108
+8% above national average
105
92
102
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.8% |
| <p>State 6% + No County tax + No City tax</p> | |
Vermont has a progressive income tax system, with rates ranging from 3.35% to 8.95%
Family & Relocation
60
7.2/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Hyde Park has limited public transportation, but the town is relatively walkable and bikeable, with some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks
- Smugglers' Notch State Park
- Hyde Park Library
- Lamoille Valley Rail Trail
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📊 Hyde Park — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Hyde Park fluctuate significantly with the seasons, with higher electricity bills in the winter due to heating and lower bills in the summer. However, the town's mild summers mean that air conditioning costs are relatively low.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 05655 has a property tax millage rate of 1.8, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, due to the town's limited but improving sidewalk infrastructure, scenic parks, and relatively flat terrain, although some areas lack elevator access in public buildings
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