What are the schools like in Worcester, VT?

Worcester is served primarily by Washington Central Unified Union School District #92. The district operates 5 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.1:1.

What is the median household income in Worcester?

The median household income in Worcester, VT is $71,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 39.3%.

What is the weather like in Worcester, VT?

Worcester has an average high temperature of 26.0°F in January and 76.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 125.6 inches.

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

Q: Is Worcester, VT affordable or expensive?

Worcester's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means Worcester is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $187,500 and the median rent is $1,042 per month.

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

Worcester has a violent crime rate of 143.8 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 691.7 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Worcester, VT a Good Place to Live?

Worcester is a small town of 115 in Vermont, with a median household income of $71,250 and a 39.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

Strengths: Worcester stands out for an affordable cost of living, 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 Worcester is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Worcester 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: 96.4

Worcester's overall cost of living index is 96.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Worcester costs roughly 4% less than the average American city.

Metric	Worcester, VT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$187,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,042	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	40.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$71,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Worcester's violent crime rate is 143.8 per 100,000 residents — 62% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

143.8 /100k

Property Crime

691.7 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Worcester is served primarily by Washington Central Unified Union School District #92. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Worcester, VT	National Avg
School District	Washington Central Unified Union School District #92	—
Elementary Schools	5	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	42.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	91.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Worcester sees average highs of 26.0°F in January and 76.9°F in July, with 46.3 inches of annual precipitation and 125.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Worcester, VT
Average High — January	26.0°F
Average High — July	76.9°F
Annual Precipitation	46.3"
Annual Snowfall	125.6"

Demographics

Metric	Worcester, VT	National Avg
Population	115	—
Median Age	33.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	39.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.3 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	20.0%	22.2%
65 and over	12.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Montpelier, VT 7 mi East Montpelier, VT 8 mi Waterbury Center, VT 8 mi Plainfield, VT 8 mi Stowe, VT 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Worcester

Worcester, VT is covered by 1 ZIP code:

05682

Worcester vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Worcester, VT affordable or expensive?

Worcester's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes Worcester roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $187,500 and median rent is $1,042/month.

What is the crime rate in Worcester, VT?

Worcester's violent crime rate is 143.8 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 691.7 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Worcester?

Public schools in Worcester are operated by Washington Central Unified Union School District #92. The district has 5 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.1:1. 42.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Worcester, VT a good place to live?

Worcester, VT has a population of 115, a median household income of $71,250, and an unemployment rate of 39.3%. 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 Worcester?

Worcester averages 26.0°F in January and 76.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 46.3 inches with about 125.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Worcester?

Worcester, VT is covered by 1 ZIP code: 05682.

What is the population of Worcester?

The population of Worcester, Vermont is 115 with a median age of 33.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Worcester?

Key numbers for living in Worcester: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $187,500, median household income $71,250, crime index 36 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Worcester side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.