Vermont Population & Demographics
Vermont has a population of 645,254, ranking #50 among US states. The median household income is $78,024 and the median age is 43.0.
US states by population — Vermont is #50
645,254
Population
#50
By Population
$78,024
Median Income
43.0
Median Age
Age Distribution
Male: 49.6% · Female: 50.4%
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 91.4% |
| Black or African American | 1.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| American Indian & Alaska Native | 0.2% |
| Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander | 0.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.4% |
Economy & Income
$78,024
Median Household Income
$44,365
Per Capita Income
5.7%
Poverty Rate
2.4%
Unemployment Rate
$103,603
Mean Household Income
62.1%
Employment Rate
Education
94.5%
High School Graduate+
42.6%
Bachelor's Degree+
Housing
$290,500
Median Home Value
$1,193
Median Rent
337,072
Total Housing Units
72.8%
Owner-Occupied
27.2%
Renter-Occupied
20.1%
Vacant
Commute
0.9%
Drive Alone
4.3%
Carpool
15.0%
Work From Home
23.4 min
Avg Commute
Largest Cities in Vermont
| # | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Burlington city | 44,649 | $68,854 | $400,200 |
| 2 | South Burlington city | 20,488 | $97,229 | $399,600 |
| 3 | Rutland city | 15,747 | $55,000 | $176,400 |
| 4 | Essex Junction city | 10,720 | $94,423 | $376,800 |
Counties in Vermont
| # | County | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chittenden County | 168,831 | $94,310 |
| 2 | Rutland County | 60,484 | $64,778 |
| 3 | Washington County | 59,958 | $79,853 |
| 4 | Windsor County | 57,968 | $75,247 |
| 5 | Franklin County | 50,379 | $79,078 |
| 6 | Windham County | 45,913 | $68,021 |
| 7 | Addison County | 37,497 | $88,478 |
| 8 | Bennington County | 37,312 | $71,494 |
| 9 | Caledonia County | 30,425 | $66,075 |
| 10 | Orange County | 29,594 | $77,328 |
| 11 | Orleans County | 27,492 | $66,426 |
| 12 | Lamoille County | 26,036 | $69,897 |
| 13 | Grand Isle County | 7,393 | $90,625 |
| 14 | Essex County | 5,972 | $58,985 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Vermont has a population of 645,254 according to the Census ACS 2023 5-Year estimates, making it the #50 most populated state.
The median household income in Vermont is $78,024, with a per capita income of $44,365. 5.7% of the population lives below the poverty level.
Vermont is 91.4% White, 1.2% Black, 0.0% Asian, and 1.4% Hispanic/Latino.
Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates. The ACS surveys approximately 3.5 million households annually. Percentages may not total 100% due to rounding.