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Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Swanton

Swanton, VT has 8 affordable and income-based rental properties totaling 124 units -- a modest but meaningful inventory for this small Vermont community. With a median market rent of $1,238 per month according to Census ACS 5-Year data, income-based housing can offer significant savings for eligible renters. Of the properties with available inspection scores, all rated good or excellent.

8
Properties
124
Total units
89/100
Avg HUD score

At a glance

🏠 Affordability
$1,238/mo

Affordability in Swanton, VT

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median gross rent in Swanton is $1,238 per month and the median household income is $66,607 annually. About 35% of households rent their home, meaning income-based and HUD-assisted housing plays an important role in the local rental market.

Census ACS 5-Year
🛡️ Safety
131 / 100k · 2024

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Swanton Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 131 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

None of the 3 HUD-assisted properties in Swanton are mapped in a high-risk flood zone, based on available flood data.

FBI Crime Data Explorer
🚶 Getting around
Walk Score 52 · Somewhat Walkable

Getting Around Swanton

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Swanton scores 52 (Somewhat Walkable) and a Bike Score of 41. No Transit Score is available, which is typical for smaller rural Vermont communities where a car is often helpful for most trips.

Walk Score
🎓 Schools
2 schools · 1 districts

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 2 schools across 1 district serve Swanton: 1 elementary and 1 high school. Ratings vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

NCES Common Core of Data
📊 Cost of living
$66,607 median income

Cost of Living in Swanton, VT

The median household income in Swanton is $66,607 per year, according to the Census ACS 5-Year estimate. The median monthly rent across all rental housing in the city is $1,238, per the same source.

Income-based and HUD-assisted housing in Swanton can offer meaningful savings for renters whose incomes fall below area limits. Eligibility thresholds vary by program and household size.

Census ACS 5-Year
🌊 Environment & risk

Environmental Exposure

None of the 3 HUD-assisted properties in Swanton are mapped in a high-risk flood zone, according to flood data for this area. Flood exposure appears low for renters considering these properties.

FEMA · EPA AirNow
HUD Inspection Scoresavg 89/100(3 of 8 scored)
90+ (1)70–89 (2)No score (5)

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