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Highgate Springs, 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 Highgate Springs is relatively stable, with a mix of older and newer homes available. Rentals are scarce, and prices have increased in recent years due to proximity to the Canadian border. Homebuyers can expect to find a range of properties, 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 3.75% to 8.95%
Family & Relocation
60
7.2/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Public transit is limited in Highgate Springs, but the village is relatively walkable and bikeable, with some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks
- Missisquoi National Wildlife Refuge
- Highgate Springs Village Park
- and the nearby Jay Peak Resort
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📰 Live Local News
Highgate Springs has zoning regulations in place to preserve the village’s rural character, and residents are encouraged to recycle and conserve water
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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📊 Highgate Springs — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Highgate Springs fluctuate significantly by season, with winter heating bills often exceeding $200 per month. In contrast, summer utility bills are relatively low, with average costs ranging from $100 to $150 per month
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The ZIP code 05460 has a property tax millage rate of 1.8%, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
Score 6/10: while Highgate Springs has some stroller-friendly sidewalks and parks, the village's rural nature and limited public transit options can make it challenging for families with young children to get around without a car
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