What are the schools like in Wardsboro, VT?

Wardsboro is served primarily by River Valleys Unified School District #73. The district operates 2 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 15.0:1.

What is the median household income in Wardsboro?

The median household income in Wardsboro, VT is $77,625 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 11.3%.

What is the weather like in Wardsboro, VT?

Wardsboro has an average high temperature of 26.6°F in January and 74.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 130.2 inches.

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

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

Wardsboro 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 Wardsboro, VT a Good Place to Live?

Wardsboro is a small town of 98 in Vermont, with a median household income of $77,625 and a 11.3% unemployment rate.

Strengths: Wardsboro stands out for below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

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

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

Cost of Living

Cost of living data is based on the Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities for the Wardsboro metro area.

Metric	Wardsboro, VT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$241,700	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	92.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$77,625	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Wardsboro'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

Wardsboro is served primarily by River Valleys Unified School District #73. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Wardsboro, VT	National Avg
School District	River Valleys Unified School District #73	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	15.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	41.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	100.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Wardsboro sees average highs of 26.6°F in January and 74.7°F in July, with 56.2 inches of annual precipitation and 130.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Wardsboro, VT
Average High — January	26.6°F
Average High — July	74.7°F
Annual Precipitation	56.2"
Annual Snowfall	130.2"

Demographics

Metric	Wardsboro, VT	National Avg
Population	98	—
Median Age	67.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	11.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	11.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	100.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	6.1%	22.2%
65 and over	73.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Wardsboro

Wardsboro, VT is covered by 1 ZIP code:

05355

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wardsboro, VT affordable or expensive?

Wardsboro has a median home value of $241,700 and median rent of N/A/month against a median household income of $77,625.

What is the crime rate in Wardsboro, VT?

Wardsboro'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 Wardsboro?

Public schools in Wardsboro are operated by River Valleys Unified School District #73. The district has 2 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 15.0:1. 41.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Wardsboro, VT a good place to live?

Wardsboro, VT has a population of 98, a median household income of $77,625, and an unemployment rate of 11.3%. 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 Wardsboro?

Wardsboro averages 26.6°F in January and 74.7°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 Wardsboro?

Wardsboro, VT is covered by 1 ZIP code: 05355.

What is the population of Wardsboro?

The population of Wardsboro, Vermont is 98 with a median age of 67.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Wardsboro?

Key numbers for living in Wardsboro: median home $241,700, median household income $77,625, crime index 58 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Wardsboro side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.