Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Barre

Affordability in Barre, VT

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median gross rent in Barre is $1,093 per month and the median household income is $65,625 per year. Roughly half of all residents rent their homes, reflecting a strong renter presence in the city.

Barre has 4 HUD-assisted or income-restricted properties totaling 158 units, offering alternatives for renters who qualify for affordable housing programs.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Barre Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 646 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

All 4 HUD-assisted properties in Barre were mapped for flood risk, and none fall in a high-risk flood zone according to HUD-assisted property data.

Getting Around Barre

According to Walk Score, the area around Barre's assisted properties earns an 87 (Very Walkable), meaning most errands can be accomplished on foot. The area also receives a Bike Score of 47, reflecting some cycling infrastructure. No Transit Score is available for this area.

Schools

According to the NCES Common Core of Data, 4 public schools across 2 districts serve Barre, including 2 elementary and 2 high schools. Quality and programs vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for their specific address.

Cost of Living in Barre, VT

The median household income in Barre is $65,625 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median rent across all rental housing in the city is $1,093 per month, per the same source.

Affordable and income-based housing in Barre can offer significant savings for eligible renters. Rents at HUD-assisted and income-restricted properties are calculated as a percentage of a household's income, which can place them well below the citywide median.

• Median household income: $65,625/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,093/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 50% of occupied housing units (Census ACS 5-Year)

Environment & Flood Risk

All 4 HUD-assisted properties in Barre have been mapped for flood zone status, and none fall within a high-risk flood zone. Flood exposure for affordable housing in this city is currently low based on available flood data.