Milton

Milton, Vermont Overview

With a composite score of 62.0/100 and a A grade, Milton ranks #7 of 20 cities in Vermont. Its strongest showing is in Safety (90/100), while Economy (46/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Milton

The median household income in Milton is $82,750, 10% above the statewide median of $74,919.

Safety in Milton

At 150 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Milton sits meaningfully below the Vermont average of 208 — a 39% lower gap. The property crime rate is 1003.4 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Milton

The median home value is $309,000. Median monthly rent is $1,643. Renters spend 23.8% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Milton

Milton’s adult obesity rate of 26.7% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 8.4%. Residents report an average of 17.9 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Vermont ranks #3 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Milton

The student-teacher ratio of 10.7:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $25,369 per student, well above the national median. The city has 3 public schools serving 1,472 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate in Milton

The annual average temperature in Milton is 48.6°F. Summers average 66.6°F. Winters average 30.5°F. Precipitation is abundant at 59.9 inches per year.

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