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Middlebury, VT Utility & Living Guide
Middlebury is the shire town of Addison County, Vermont, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population was 9,152. Middlebury is home to Middlebury College and the Henry Sheldon Museum of Vermont History and the adjacent hardware store.
Monthly Utility Costs
$150/mo
$80/mo
$30/mo
$20/mo
$60/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1400/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1800/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2400/mo |
| Median Home Price | $340,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.75% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1200 |
The Middlebury housing market is competitive, with a mix of historic homes and newer constructions. Rentals are scarce, especially during the academic year due to the presence of Middlebury College. Home prices have been steadily increasing over the past few years.
Cost of Living
118
+18% above national average
105
94
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 a top marginal rate of 8.95%
Family & Relocation
40
7.5/10
$1200/mo
City Pulse
Middlebury has a walkable downtown area and a public transportation system with some stroller-friendly buses, but limited accessibility in rural areas
- Sheldon Museum
- Middlebury College Museum of Art
- Otter Creek
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Middlebury has regulations regarding historic district preservation, zoning, and environmental protection
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📊 Middlebury — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Utility costs in Middlebury fluctuate significantly with the seasons, with higher electricity and gas bills in the winter due to heating, and higher electricity bills in the summer due to air conditioning. Residents can expect to pay around 20-30% more for utilities during the peak winter months.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
The 05753 ZIP code has a property tax millage rate of 1.75, with no local surtaxes
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
6/10, with good sidewalk quality and park access, but limited elevator access in transit and some family infrastructure, such as changing tables and nursing rooms, still in development
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