Milton, VT Crime Map

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions About Milton, VT Crime & Safety

Is Milton, VT safe?

Milton, VT earns an overall crime grade of A+ — the highest possible rating — making it one of the safest communities in Vermont. Every single one of the 8 neighborhoods analyzed received a Grade A or better, meaning 100% of Milton's neighborhoods fall into the "safe" category. No neighborhood scored a B, C, D, or F. For context, many comparable Vermont towns have at least one or two neighborhoods dipping into the B or C range. Milton's low population density of just 81 residents per square mile, a poverty rate of only 4.5%, and a median household income of $89,167 all contribute to this exceptional safety profile. Neighborhoods like North Road, Arrowhead Lake, and East Milton each carry individual A+ grades, reinforcing the town-wide picture.

What is the crime rate in Milton, VT?

Milton's crime rate is exceptionally low by any measure. Across all 8 analyzed neighborhoods — North Road, Arrowhead Lake, East Milton, Town Core, Cobble Hill, Lamoille, Catamount, and West Milton — every area received an A+ safety grade. That represents a 100% A-grade distribution with 0% of neighborhoods falling below that threshold. Even the neighborhoods listed as comparatively higher-crime, such as West Milton, Catamount, and Lamoille, still hold A+ ratings individually. Milton's 4.5% poverty rate is well below state and national averages, and its unemployment rate of 6.4% reflects a stable local economy — both factors strongly correlated with lower crime incidence. The town's sparse density of 81 people per square mile also limits the concentration of criminal activity common in more urbanized areas.

What are the safest neighborhoods in Milton, VT?

All 8 of Milton's neighborhoods carry an A+ safety grade, but the top-ranked areas by combined safety and economic indicators are:

• North Road — A+ grade, median household income of $104,776 (highest in town), population of 232
• East Milton — A+ grade, median household income of $104,731, population of 2,287
• Cobble Hill — A+ grade, median household income of $103,184, population of 465
• Catamount — A+ grade, median household income of $102,296, population of 520
• Arrowhead Lake — A+ grade, median household income of $102,177, population of 2,152

Town Core, with a population of 2,626 — the largest neighborhood in Milton — also holds an A+ grade with a median income of $91,805. Even Lamoille, which has the lowest median income among Milton neighborhoods at $87,711, still earns an A+ safety grade, demonstrating that Milton's safety is consistent across all income levels and community types.

Which neighborhoods in Milton have the most crime?

Even Milton's "higher crime" areas are exceptionally safe by national and state standards. The neighborhoods with comparatively more reported activity — West Milton, Catamount, Lamoille, Town Core, and East Milton — all still hold A+ safety grades. None of these areas approach a B, C, or D rating. West Milton (population 1,017, median income $96,556) and Catamount (population 520, median income $102,296) represent the town's most modest crime concentrations, yet both remain firmly in the top safety tier. This uniformity across all 8 neighborhoods — with 100% graded A and 0% graded B or below — means Milton has no meaningful "high-crime" zones in the traditional sense.

Is Milton, VT a good place to live?

The data makes a compelling case. Milton combines an A+ overall crime grade with a median household income of $89,167, a median home value of $260,044, and a poverty rate of just 4.5% — well below the U.S. average of roughly 12%. The unemployment rate of 6.4%, while slightly above Vermont's state average, is offset by the town's strong income levels and low cost-of-crime burden on residents. With a median rent of $1,270 and home values that remain accessible compared to larger Vermont cities, Milton offers genuine affordability alongside safety. All 8 neighborhoods — from the dense Town Core (2,626 residents) to the small North Road enclave (232 residents) — earn A+ grades, meaning families, retirees, and professionals alike can choose virtually any part of Milton with confidence. The town's low density of 81 people per square mile also means residents enjoy space and quiet without sacrificing community safety.

How does Milton's crime compare to other Vermont towns?

Milton's A+ overall crime grade and 100% A-grade neighborhood distribution place it among Vermont's safest communities. With a poverty rate of 4.5% and a median household income of $89,167, Milton outperforms many Vermont towns on the socioeconomic indicators most closely tied to crime rates. The fact that all 8 neighborhoods — including the most populous, Town Core, and the most economically modest, Lamoille — still achieve A+ ratings indicates that Milton's safety is structural and community-wide rather than limited to a few affluent pockets. For prospective residents comparing Vermont towns, Milton's across-the-board A+ grades and zero neighborhoods below a B rating represent a genuinely rare safety profile.