Census ACS · 4 cities
Youngest Cities in Vermont
Age demographics shape everything from school enrollment to housing demand. Burlington city is the youngest city in Vermont with a median age of 26.7. College towns, military communities, and fast-growing suburbs tend to have the youngest populations. Younger cities often have more families with children, growing school systems, and expanding housing markets. Compare median ages across all 4 major cities in Vermont.
Source: Census ACS 5-Year Estimates
| # | City | Median Age | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Burlington city | 38.8 | 20,488 | $97,229 |
| 2 | Rutland city | 48.5 | 15,747 | $55,000 |
| 3 | Essex Junction city | 40.4 | 10,720 | $94,423 |
| 4 | Burlington city | 26.7 | 44,649 | $68,854 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Burlington city is the #1 ranked city in Vermont by median age, with a value of 26.7 according to latest Census ACS data.
Vermont has 4 cities with 10,000+ population tracked in latest Census ACS data.
All data comes from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates by the US Census Bureau.
Data from the American Community Survey 5-Year estimates. Covers cities with populations of 10,000 or more in Vermont.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.