White River Junction, VT

White River Junction, Vermont

White River Junction, Vermont, in Windsor county, is 62 miles NW of Manchester, New Hampshire (center to center) and 109 miles NW of Boston, Massachusetts. The town is home to some 2,569 residents.

The People and Families of White River Junction

In White River Junction, about 46% of adults are married. People in White River Junction have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments. The town somehow seems full of possibilities, with its large single population.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, White River Junction had a median family income of $44,094.

Political Inclinations

John Kerry was the top money-getter ($1,250) among 2004 Presidential candidates in White River Junction. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the town.

White River Junction Housing

According to the 2000 census, 51% of the housing in White River Junction was owner-occupied. Can't find a roommate? That's OK in the town, where renting little apartments isn't uncommon.

Commuting

In White River Junction, 93% of commuters drive to work. If you like the choice of taking public transportation instead of driving, take a look at White River Junction. The relatively short commuting times in the town let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

White River Junction strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Vermont):

Category	Trophy
Short Commute Times (vs. Peers)	Top 10%
Well-Paid Single Women (vs. Peers)	Top 14%
Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers)	Top 19%

Comparative Profile of White River Junction, VT

Comparing White River Junction 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
Well-Paid Single Women
Well-Paid Single Men
Female Share of the Population
Age of the Population
Senior Citizens
Racial Diversity
Male Share of the Population
Children Under 5 Years Old

Families

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

Wealth

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

Commute & Sprawl

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

Housing

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

White River Junction Almanac

White River Junction Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

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

White River Junction Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, White River Junction, 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

White River Junction Hospitals

White River Junction VA Medical Center
(VA)
215 North Main Street
(802) 295-9363 or (866) 687-8387

White River Junction High Schools (2004)

HARTFORD HIGH SCHOOL
37 HIGHLAND AVENUE
802-295-8610
Serves 804 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 10.4

HARTFORD S.D.
73 HIGHLAND AVENUE
802-295-8600
A Special Education School
Serves 30 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 7.5

HARTFORD CAREER & TECH CENT
1 GIFFORD ROAD
802-295-8630
A Vocational School

White River Junction Colleges

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