What are the schools like in Townshend, VT?

Townshend is served primarily by West River Valley Union Education District #72A. The district operates 2 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.7:1.

What is the median household income in Townshend?

The median household income in Townshend, VT is $37,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 11.4%.

What is the weather like in Townshend, VT?

Townshend has an average high temperature of 30.9°F in January and 80.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 130.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Townshend, VT affordable or expensive?

Townshend's cost of living index is 97, where 100 represents the national average. This means Townshend is 3% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $205,600 and the median rent is $1,017 per month.

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

Townshend has a violent crime rate of 220.3 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1222.1 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Townshend, VT a Good Place to Live?

Townshend is a small town of 170 in Vermont, with a median household income of $37,250 and a 11.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 97 (US average = 100), which is 3% below the national average.

Strengths: Townshend stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), a well-educated population.

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

All Townshend 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: 96.7

Townshend's overall cost of living index is 96.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Townshend costs roughly 3% less than the average American city.

Metric	Townshend, VT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$205,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,017	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	42.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$37,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Townshend's violent crime rate is 220.3 per 100,000 residents — 42% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

220.3 /100k

Property Crime

1222.1 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Townshend is served primarily by West River Valley Union Education District #72A. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Townshend, VT	National Avg
School District	West River Valley Union Education District #72A	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	15.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	35.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Townshend sees average highs of 30.9°F in January and 80.7°F in July, with 56.2 inches of annual precipitation and 130.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Townshend, VT
Average High — January	30.9°F
Average High — July	80.7°F
Annual Precipitation	56.2"
Annual Snowfall	130.2"

Demographics

Metric	Townshend, VT	National Avg
Population	170	—
Median Age	81.3	38.9
Unemployment Rate	11.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	N/A	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	0.0%	22.2%
65 and over	81.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Harmonyville, VT 1 mi Newfane, VT 4 mi Wardsboro, VT 6 mi Jamaica, VT 6 mi West Dummerston, VT 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Townshend

Townshend, VT is covered by 1 ZIP code:

05353

Townshend vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Townshend, VT affordable or expensive?

Townshend's cost of living index is 97, where 100 is the national average. That makes Townshend roughly 3% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $205,600 and median rent is $1,017/month.

What is the crime rate in Townshend, VT?

Townshend's violent crime rate is 220.3 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1222.1 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Townshend?

Public schools in Townshend are operated by West River Valley Union Education District #72A. The district has 2 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.7:1. 35.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Townshend, VT a good place to live?

Townshend, VT has a population of 170, a median household income of $37,250, and an unemployment rate of 11.4%. 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 Townshend?

Townshend averages 30.9°F in January and 80.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 56.2 inches with about 130.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Townshend?

Townshend, VT is covered by 1 ZIP code: 05353.

What is the population of Townshend?

The population of Townshend, Vermont is 170 with a median age of 81.3. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Townshend?

Key numbers for living in Townshend: cost of living index 97 (100 = US average), median home $205,600, median household income $37,250, crime index 58 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Townshend side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.