Lamoille County Public RecordsVermont

Lamoille County, VT, hosts 13 public schools, including 1 high school—Lamoille Union High—serving around 674 students with a graduation rate of 89%. About 34% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety ratings are above the state average, with incidents reported at less than 2% annually. Educational programs cover STEM and vocational training, while adult education is available through regional learning centers. Average school ratings score 6/10 on GreatSchools.

As of 2022, Lamoille County, VT had an employment rate of about 63%. Major industries include health care & social assistance (15%), retail trade (14%), and accommodation & food services (13%). Common occupations are office & administrative support (13%), food preparation & serving (10%), and sales (9%). The average commute time is 26 minutes, with 77% of residents driving alone to work; about 66% work within the county, while the rest commute primarily to Chittenden and Washington counties.

Lamoille County, Vermont, has a homeownership rate of about 73%, with a median home value around $320,000 as of 2023. Rental rates average $1,200 per month. The market has seen property values rise by roughly 8% year-over-year. Housing types include historic farmhouses, modern single-family homes, and some condos, especially in Stowe and Morristown. Neighborhoods such as Stowe offer upscale amenities, while Hyde Park and Johnson provide more affordable options. Property taxes average 2.1%, making local annual tax bills nearly $6,700 on a median-priced home.

As of the 2020 Census, Lamoille County, Vermont, had a population of 25,945. The median age was 42.3 years. Females comprised 50.3% and males 49.7% of the population. The racial makeup was predominantly White (94.6%), with smaller percentages of two or more races (2.4%), Asian (1.1%), African American (0.6%), and Native American (0.4%). Hispanic or Latino residents made up 1.7%.

Lamoille County, Vermont, had 17,272 registered voters as of 2022. Elections include local, state, and federal races, managed by the Lamoille Board of Civil Authority. Voting generally occurs at 10 municipal polling locations, such as Stowe Town Hall and Hyde Park Elementary. In the 2020 presidential election, 60% of county voters favored Joe Biden, while 37% supported Donald Trump. Key issues include affordable housing and education funding. Major parties are Democratic, Republican, and Progressive. Voter turnout in recent general elections has exceeded 70%. Election administration emphasizes transparency and compliance with Vermont state laws.

Lamoille County, VT, generally experiences low crime rates compared to national averages. In 2022, the county reported a property crime rate of approximately 11.2 incidents per 1,000 residents and a violent crime rate of 1.3 per 1,000, significantly below the national average of 22.0 and 4.0, respectively. Law enforcement agencies maintain active community engagement, and residents can report suspicious activity through the Lamoille County Sheriff’s Office or local police. Ongoing efforts focus on crime prevention and safety awareness, contributing to the county’s reputation as a safe place to live.