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Derby Line, VT Utility & Living Guide
Utilities, housing, taxes, cost of living, and local insights — everything residents and families need.
Monthly Utility Costs
$150/mo
—
$50/mo
$30/mo
$70/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1000/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 Derby Line is relatively affordable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are scarce, but can be found in nearby towns. Home prices have been steadily increasing over the past few years.
Cost of Living
105
+5% above national average
102
98
100
$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 3.55% to 8.95%
Family & Relocation
60
7/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Derby Line has limited public transportation, but the town is relatively walkable and bikeable, with some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks
- Lake Memphremagog
- Derby Line Village Park
- Haskell Free Library and Opera House
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Derby Line has regulations regarding zoning, building permits, and waste management
Financial Tools
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- 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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📊 Derby Line — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Derby Line tend to be higher in the winter months due to heating costs, while summer months see lower costs due to the mild climate. However, residents can expect to pay more for electricity during the summer months if they use air conditioning.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 05830 has a property tax millage rate of 1.8, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6, due to the town's relatively walkable and bikeable nature, but limited public transportation and some sidewalks in need of repair
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