Arlington Public RecordsVermont

Arlington, a charming town in Bennington County, VT, features a 2024 median home value of approximately $285,000, with homeownership rates around 75%. Median rent is about $1,150/month. Housing consists largely of single-family homes and classic Vermont farmhouses. Neighborhoods are peaceful and rural, with easy access to outdoor recreation. Property values have risen about 7% in the past year. Property tax rates average 1.92%, meaning around $5,472 yearly on a median-priced home. Rental inventory is limited, reflecting the high ownership preference in Arlington.

Arlington, Bennington, VT, is served by Arlington Memorial High School (grades 6-12) and Fisher Elementary School, comprising the Arlington School District. Arlington Memorial has about 180 students, a graduation rate of 90%, and standardized test scores close to Vermont averages. About 33% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. The district emphasizes school safety, maintaining low incident rates. Educational programs include AP courses, arts, and STEM. Adult education and community courses are occasionally offered in partnership with local organizations, supporting lifelong learning.

As of the 2020 Census, Arlington, a city within Bennington County, VT, had a population of approximately 2,457. The median age was 49, reflecting an older demographic. Gender distribution was nearly even, with 50.5% female and 49.5% male. Racially, Arlington was predominantly White (96.4%), with small populations of Hispanic or Latino (1.5%), two or more races (1.4%), Asian (0.5%), and Black or African American (0.2%).

Arlington, located in Bennington County, VT, features limited public transit, with most residents (over 80%) commuting by car. Public transportation usage is minimal, with less than 1% relying on it for daily travel. Average one-way commute times are about 23 minutes, slightly below the national average. The town’s transportation infrastructure includes US Route 7 and local roads but no major highways or rail stations. Vehicle ownership is high, with most households possessing two or more cars. Key employment hubs are in education, healthcare, and small local businesses, with many residents commuting to nearby Bennington or Manchester.

Arlington, in Bennington County, VT, lacks a hospital but is served by the Battenkill Valley Health Center (over 5,000 annual visits), nearby Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (Bennington, 99 beds), and clinics in the region. Access to primary care is facilitated by several providers, with 92% of residents insured. The population skews older (median age ~50), with common issues including hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease. Bennington County’s uninsured rate is 4.1%. Care is provided by family physicians, nurse practitioners, and visiting specialists. Mental health services and transportation challenges are ongoing concerns for rural, aging patients.