Pownal Public RecordsVermont

Pownal in Bennington County, VT, has a population of approximately 3,400 residents. The median age is about 44 years. The gender distribution is nearly equal, with 50.4% male and 49.6% female. Racially, Pownal is predominantly White (over 95%), with small percentages of African American (0.6%), Asian (0.4%), and individuals identifying as Hispanic or Latino (1.8%). The community is largely non-Hispanic and English-speaking, reflecting the rural and homogeneous character of the region.

Pownal, Bennington County, VT, primarily relies on personal vehicles, with around 90% of residents commuting by car, and less than 1% using public transit. The average one-way commute time is about 24 minutes, slightly below the U.S. average. Public transportation options are limited, with Green Mountain Community Network providing minimal regional service. Most households (over 95%) own at least one vehicle. Transportation infrastructure centers on U.S. Route 7, connecting residents to employment hubs in Bennington (10 miles north) and Williamstown, MA (5 miles south). Local employment is mainly in education, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors.

Pownal, located in Bennington County, VT, does not have its own high school; students typically attend Mount Anthony Union High School in neighboring Bennington, serving about 950 students with a graduation rate near 85%. No colleges or universities are based in Pownal, so for bachelor’s degrees, residents travel to institutions like Bennington College. Pownal hosts one elementary school, Pownal Elementary, with about 225 students and a GreatSchools rating of 4/10. School safety reports are generally positive. Limited adult education and specialized programs are available locally, with most resources found in nearby towns.

Pownal, located in Bennington County, VT, lacks its own hospital but is served by Southwestern Vermont Medical Center (SVMC) in nearby Bennington, approximately 10 miles away. The town has limited clinics and primary care options, with residents often relying on SVMC for emergencies and specialized care. About 95% of Bennington County residents have health insurance coverage. The population skews older, with a median age of around 44; prevalent health issues include chronic diseases like diabetes and hypertension. Healthcare provider ratios average 1 primary care physician per 1,300 residents in the county.

Pownal, Bennington, VT has a homeownership rate around 75%, with median home values near $230,000 in 2024, reflecting modest annual growth. Rentals comprise about 25%, with median rents near $1,100/month. The area features primarily single-family homes, with some multi-family units in neighborhoods like North Pownal and Pownal Center. Property taxes average 2.1% of home value, equating to roughly $4,800/year for a median-priced home. The market is stable, with gradual appreciation and a mix of rural and small-town living options.