Barre, VT

Barre, Vermont

Introduction to Barre, Vermont

Barre, Vermont, in Washington county, is located 98 miles NW of Manchester, New Hampshire (center to center) and is 146 miles NW of Boston, Massachusetts. The city has a population of 9,291.

Barre History

Barre was granted to William Williams and other on November 6, 1780. It was originally named as Wildersburgh. The area was first settled in 1788. John Goldsbury, Samuel Rodgers and their families were the early settlers of Barre. It was renamed after Isaac Barré, who was a British politician and soldier. However, some also believe that it was named after Barre, Massachusetts. The city was incorporated in 1895. Granite deposits were discovered in the area soon after War of 1812. The city is also known as the “Granite Center of the World”.

Barre and nearby Attractions

• Vermont Granite Museum of Barre
• Boulder Beach State Park
• Vermont Historical Society Museum
• Little River State Park
• State Capitol
• Seyon Ranch State Park

Things To Do In Barre

While in Barre one can pay a visit to the Allis State Park, Waterbury Center State Park, Little River State Park, and Seyon Ranch State Park. The local parks include the Vermont City Park and Currier Park. One can also visit the Barre Downtown Historic District and Masonic Temple. The Vermont Granite Museum of Barre provides absorbing insights into the history of this area. History buffs should also visit the Vermont Historical Society Museum and State Capitol. Local celebrations include Granite Festival and Homecoming Days.

Barre Transportation

Burlington International Airport is the nearest major air transportation facility.

Barre Higher Education

Norwich University, Middlebury College, and Dartmouth College provide higher education in the area.

Comparative Profile of Barre, VT

Comparing Barre to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Vermont (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Female Share of the Population
Senior Citizens
Age of the Population
Well-Paid Single Women
Well-Paid Single Men
Children Under 5 Years Old
Male Share of the Population
Racial Diversity

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People in Middle Class or Better
College Educated Adults
Median Family Income
People Above Poverty

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Working at Home
Short Commute Times
Walking and Biking to Work
Public Transportation Use

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Living Alone
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
Housing Recently Built

Barre Almanac

Barre Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Barre Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Barre, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Barre Public Libraries

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Barre Hospitals

CENTRAL VERMONT MEDICAL CENTER
(Voluntary non-profit - Private)
BOX 547
(802) 371-4100
Emergency Service: Yes

Barre High Schools (2004)

SPAULDING HSUD #41
155 AYERS STREET
802-476-4811
Title I eligible, not participating.
Serves 970 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 10.4

BARRE SUPERVISORY UNION
120 AYERS STREET
802-476-5011
A Special Education School

BARRE REGIONAL VOC TECH CTR
50 CRIMSON TIDE WAY
802-476-6237
A Vocational School

Barre Colleges

(List of All Vermont Colleges)

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