Apartments for rent in Wilder, VT

The small town of Wilder, Vermont is home to just over 1,000 residents. It's a nice place to settle down, as retirees make up a greater percentage of the population (17%) here than they do nationally (14%), while young professionals appear in smaller numbers. Renters tend to be in the minority in the area, and 82% of residents own their homes. The average rent for Wilder is $373 per month more than the state average.

With an average commute time of about 19 minutes, faster than most cities in Vermont, Wilder residents know that it isn't overly time-consuming to travel to work. Many residents (56%) drive to work, while public transit is not used widely. Walking isn't a common way to get to work.

Many Wilder residents work in one of four industries: healthcare, education, retail, and manufacturing. Together, these industries account for 43% of the labor force in the town. With an average annual income of about $85K, sixth-highest in the state, Wilder workers are generally well-compensated for their efforts. Wilder's average income also compares favorably to the national average of $73,345. Wilder has a large number of residents older than 25 with advanced degrees compared to the national average (7%), as 10% possess a Master's or a Doctorate. Additionally, 26% possess a Bachelor's degree, which also outpaces the national average.