What are the schools like in Canaan, VT?

Canaan is served primarily by Canaan School District. The district operates several elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 7.1:1.

What is the median household income in Canaan?

The median household income in Canaan, VT is $58,188 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 12.2%.

What is the weather like in Canaan, VT?

Canaan has an average high temperature of 21.5°F in January and 75.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 111.1 inches.

Canaan, VT Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Canaan, VT affordable or expensive?

Canaan's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Canaan is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $113,900 and the median rent is $1,038 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Canaan, VT?

Crime rate data for Canaan is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Canaan, VT a Good Place to Live?

Canaan is a small town of 286 in Vermont, with a median household income of $58,188 and a 12.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

Strengths: Canaan stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Canaan is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Canaan city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 93.9

Canaan's overall cost of living index is 93.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Canaan costs roughly 6% less than the average American city.

Metric	Canaan, VT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$113,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,038	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	75.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$58,188	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Canaan is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Canaan is served primarily by Canaan School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 7.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Canaan, VT	National Avg
School District	Canaan School District	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	7.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	9.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	83.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Canaan sees average highs of 21.5°F in January and 75.5°F in July, with 42.6 inches of annual precipitation and 111.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Canaan, VT
Average High — January	21.5°F
Average High — July	75.5°F
Annual Precipitation	42.6"
Annual Snowfall	111.1"

Demographics

Metric	Canaan, VT	National Avg
Population	286	—
Median Age	54.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	12.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.8 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	98.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.4%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	16.4%	22.2%
65 and over	38.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

West Stewartstown, NH 1 mi Beecher Falls, VT 2 mi Colebrook, NH 8 mi Island Pond, VT 22 mi Groveton, NH 27 mi

ZIP Codes in Canaan

Canaan, VT is covered by 1 ZIP code:

05903

Canaan vs Other Cities

Canaan, VT vs West Stewartstown, NH Canaan, VT vs Beecher Falls, VT Canaan, VT vs Colebrook, NH Canaan, VT vs Island Pond, VT Canaan, VT vs Groveton, NH

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Canaan, VT affordable or expensive?

Canaan's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Canaan roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $113,900 and median rent is $1,038/month.

What is the crime rate in Canaan, VT?

Crime data for Canaan is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Canaan?

Public schools in Canaan are operated by Canaan School District. The district has several elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 7.1:1. 9.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Canaan, VT a good place to live?

Canaan, VT has a population of 286, a median household income of $58,188, and an unemployment rate of 12.2%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Canaan?

Canaan averages 21.5°F in January and 75.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 42.6 inches with about 111.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Canaan?

Canaan, VT is covered by 1 ZIP code: 05903.

What is the population of Canaan?

The population of Canaan, Vermont is 286 with a median age of 54.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Canaan?

Key numbers for living in Canaan: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $113,900, median household income $58,188, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Canaan side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.