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Moretown, 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 | $1400/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2400/mo |
| Median Home Price | $380,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.75% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The housing market in Moretown is competitive, with a mix of older homes and new construction. Prices have been rising in recent years due to the town’s popularity with families and retirees. Rentals are also in high demand, particularly during the summer months.
Cost of Living
118
+18% above national average
105
92
102
$1200
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.75% |
| <p>State 6% + No County tax + No City tax</p> | |
Vermont has a progressive income tax system, with rates ranging from 3.55% to 8.95%
Family & Relocation
40
7.2/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Moretown has limited public transportation, but the town is relatively walkable and bikeable, with some stroller-friendly sidewalks and trails
- Camel's Hump State Park
- Waterbury Reservoir
- Mad River Valley
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Moretown has regulations in place to protect the town’s natural resources and environment, including zoning ordinances and waste management rules
Financial Tools
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- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
- Affordability CalculatorHow much home can you afford?
- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
- City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side
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📊 Moretown — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Moretown fluctuate significantly by season, with higher electricity bills in the winter due to heating and higher water bills in the summer due to irrigation and outdoor use. Residents can expect to pay around 20-30% more for utilities during the peak winter months.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 05660 has a property tax millage rate of 1.75, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
Score 6/10: Moretown has some stroller-friendly sidewalks and trails, but the town's rural areas can be challenging to navigate with a stroller, and elevator access in transit is limited
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