Waterbury Public RecordsVermont

Waterbury, a charming city in Washington County, VT, features a mix of historic homes and newer builds, with about 68% owner-occupied and 32% rental units. The median home value is approximately $350,000 (2024), with median rent around $1,400/month. Property values have risen nearly 7% year-over-year. Neighborhoods like Waterbury Village and Colbyville offer diverse housing types, including single-family, condos, and apartments. Property taxes average 2.1% of assessed value, placing typical annual taxes near $7,350. Waterbury attracts residents for its community feel, access to outdoor recreation, and proximity to Burlington and Montpelier.

As of the 2020 Census, Waterbury—a town (not city) in Washington County, Vermont—had a population of 5,331. The median age was approximately 43 years. About 49% were male and 51% female. Racially, Waterbury was predominantly White (about 95%), with smaller numbers of residents identifying as Asian (1%), Black or African American (0.7%), Native American (0.2%), and Hispanic or Latino (1.6%). Other races and those identifying as two or more races made up around 2.1% of the population.

Waterbury, Vermont relies heavily on personal vehicles, with about 84% of residents commuting by car and a vehicle ownership rate near 95%. Public transit use is low, with only about 1% using GMT bus services. The average one-way commute is 23 minutes. Transportation infrastructure includes Interstate 89 and US Route 2, facilitating regional travel. Safe sidewalks and some bike lanes support non-motorized transit. Major employment hubs include the state complex, Ben & Jerry’s, and downtown businesses, attracting commuters from surrounding areas.

Waterbury, Vermont, is served primarily by Thatcher Brook Primary School, Crossett Brook Middle School, and Harwood Union High School. The Harwood district high school graduation rate is approximately 92%. About 52% of adults in Waterbury hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety is rated favorably, with low incident reports. There are limited adult education programs available locally, but nearby Burlington offers more options. The area schools score above average in state assessments, with Harwood Union High School scoring around 68/100 in statewide rankings. Waterbury hosts 3 public schools.

Waterbury, Vermont, a small city in Washington County with around 5,000 residents, lacks major hospitals but is served by Waterbury Health Center and nearby Central Vermont Medical Center (CVMC, about 10 miles away). Over 90% of residents have health insurance coverage. Primary care and dental clinics offer preventive and chronic care; regional data indicate common health issues include hypertension, diabetes, and opioid use disorder. The patient population is predominantly White non-Hispanic (over 95%), with a median age of 42. Access to specialty care frequently requires travel to larger towns such as Montpelier or Burlington.