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West Townshend, 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 | $1000/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 West Townshend is relatively affordable, with a mix of old and new homes, and a growing demand for rentals. The area is popular with families and retirees. However, inventory can be limited, and prices may vary depending on location and condition.
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 tax + No City tax</p> | |
Vermont has a progressive income tax system, with rates ranging from 3.75% to 8.95%
Family & Relocation
40
7.2/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
West Townshend has limited public transportation, but the town is relatively small and walkable, with some sidewalks and bike paths
- The West Townshend Country Store
- The Townshend Lake
- The Vermont Academy of Science and Technology
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📰 Live Local News
West Townshend has zoning regulations and building codes in place to preserve the town’s rural character and natural resources.
Financial Tools
- Income Tax CalculatorEstimate take-home pay by state
- 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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📊 West Townshend — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in West Townshend fluctuate significantly with the seasons, 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 05359 has a property tax millage rate of 1.8, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
Score 6: West Townshend has some sidewalks and bike paths, but the town's rural nature and limited public transportation make it less stroller-friendly, although the village center is relatively accessible
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