Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Bennington

Affordability in Bennington, VT

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median gross rent in Bennington is $1,115 per month and the median household income is $54,257 per year. About 45% of residents rent their homes, reflecting a sizeable renter community that may benefit from the income-based housing options available in the city.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Bennington Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 396 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Note that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting methods and local definitions.

All 3 HUD-assisted properties in Bennington were mapped for flood risk, and none are located in a high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Bennington

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Bennington scores 83 out of 100 (Very Walkable), meaning most errands can be accomplished on foot. The Bike Score is 55 out of 100, indicating some biking infrastructure is available. No Transit Score was provided by Walk Score for this area.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 7 public schools across 3 districts serve Bennington, including 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. Quality and programs vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for any specific address they are considering.

Cost of Living in Bennington, VT

The median household income in Bennington is $54,257 per year, according to the Census ACS 5-Year estimate. The median rent across all rental housing in the city is $1,115 per month, according to the same source.

Affordable and income-based housing in Bennington can help renters whose budgets fall below market-rate thresholds. Rents at HUD-assisted and income-restricted properties are typically set as a percentage of area median income, keeping monthly costs below what the open market charges.

• Median household income: $54,257/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,115/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 45% of occupied housing units (Census ACS 5-Year)

Environmental Exposure

All 3 affordable housing properties in Bennington have been mapped for flood risk. None fall within a high-risk flood zone, which is a reassuring finding for renters concerned about flood exposure.