Everything we can verify about jobs, pay and living in Vermont, from official statistics, with source and date on every table.
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By AtiveSite · Published 07/11/2026 · Updated 08/11/2026 · Every figure is linked to its source below.
The 30 largest places in Vermont, each with its own guide. The map above shows them all; open the sortable tables with GDP, jobs and rent →
| # ⇅ | City ⇅ | Population ⇅ | Median household income ⇅ | Median rent ⇅ | Unemployment (ACS) ⇅ | Bachelor's+ ⇅ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Burlington | 44,675 | $71,109 | $1,649 | 4.3% | 60.5% |
| 2 | South Burlington | 20,756 | $106,667 | $1,787 | 3.9% | 67.5% |
| 3 | Rutland | 15,712 | $57,675 | $995 | 4.4% | 33.4% |
| 4 | Essex Junction | 10,803 | $89,257 | $1,544 | 1.9% | 52.4% |
| 5 | Bennington | 9,245 | $54,257 | $1,115 | 5.4% | 34.5% |
| 6 | Barre | 8,412 | $65,625 | $1,093 | 4.5% | 36.1% |
| 7 | Winooski | 8,293 | $79,522 | $1,643 | 1.2% | 59.1% |
| 8 | Montpelier | 8,014 | $81,030 | $1,302 | 2.4% | 66.1% |
| 9 | Brattleboro | 7,657 | $52,734 | $1,113 | 7.8% | 47.2% |
| 10 | Middlebury | 7,220 | $86,250 | $1,201 | 5.9% | 61.9% |
| 11 | St. Albans | 6,954 | $57,980 | $1,150 | 1.8% | 31.7% |
| 12 | Shelburne | 6,499 | $109,583 | $1,439 | 4.8% | 70.7% |
| 13 | St. Johnsbury | 5,859 | $53,711 | $912 | 4.2% | 30.7% |
| 14 | Newport | 4,394 | $54,646 | $850 | 9.1% | 25.1% |
| 15 | Springfield | 4,237 | $46,760 | $818 | 8.8% | 18.0% |
| 16 | Northfield | 3,766 | $60,789 | $997 | 3.1% | 30.6% |
| 17 | Milton | 3,555 | $77,550 | $1,471 | 14.2% | 23.6% |
| 18 | White River Junction | 3,364 | $77,168 | $1,222 | 5.0% | 38.9% |
| 19 | Wilder | 3,087 | $75,143 | $1,142 | 5.8% | 60.2% |
| 20 | Bellows Falls | 2,891 | $56,086 | $1,038 | 11.7% | 27.5% |
| 21 | West Brattleboro | 2,749 | $44,827 | $848 | 4.3% | 35.8% |
| 22 | Swanton | 2,670 | $66,607 | $1,238 | 3.0% | 20.2% |
| 23 | Morrisville | 2,664 | $68,240 | $1,289 | 2.8% | 32.8% |
| 24 | Vergennes | 2,565 | $76,587 | $1,000 | 1.6% | 42.1% |
| 25 | Fair Haven | 2,537 | $66,131 | $768 | 1.3% | 23.9% |
| 26 | Bristol | 2,142 | $73,064 | $1,288 | 2.7% | 41.5% |
| 27 | West Rutland | 2,125 | $53,393 | $883 | 1.4% | 34.4% |
| 28 | Windsor | 2,060 | $51,197 | $1,002 | 8.7% | 40.0% |
| 29 | Manchester Center | 2,037 | $54,808 | $1,023 | 3.0% | 34.2% |
| 30 | Randolph | 2,007 | $75,069 | $1,095 | 4.8% | 42.1% |
Vermont is in the Northeast region (New England division), with 647,106 residents, a median age of 43.1 and a median household income of $81,203. The unemployment rate was 2.6% in 2026M09, and the state's price level is 98.0 against 100 for the US as a whole.
| Indicator ⇅ | Value ⇅ | Rank among 50 states + DC ⇅ | Direction ⇅ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $81,203 | 20 of 51 | higher is better |
| Unemployment rate | 2.6% | 4 of 51 | lower is better |
| Job openings rate | 3.4% | 45 of 51 | higher is better |
| Price level (RPP) | 98.0 | 29 of 51 | lower is better |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 43.8% | 4 of 51 | higher is better |
| Foreign-born share | 4.3% | 44 of 51 | higher is better |
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Vermont is in the Northeast region (New England division) and has 647,106 residents (the 50th largest of the 50 states and DC by population), with a median age of 43.1. Its economy produced about $50,696 million in the latest four quarters (BEA), 51st among states and DC, equal to $78,342 per resident.
The unemployment rate was 2.6% in 2026M09, which is 4th lowest of 51 (1st is the lowest). Employers had job openings equal to 3.4% of employment, 45th highest of 51, a measure of how hard it is to hire. The median wage across all occupations is $56,390 a year ($27.11 an hour), 11% above the national median ($56,390 against $50,980).
The occupations with the most jobs in Vermont are Retail Salespersons (8,250 jobs, median $37,400); General and Operations Managers (8,000 jobs, median $98,640); Home Health and Personal Care Aides (7,700 jobs, median $41,600); Registered Nurses (7,410 jobs, median $97,460); Cashiers (7,030 jobs, median $35,720). Among occupations with at least 2,000 jobs, the best paid are General and Operations Managers (median $98,640); Registered Nurses (median $97,460); Accountants and Auditors (median $78,890). Compared with the nation, the state is most specialised in educational instruction and library (1.4 times the national share of workers) and management (1.1 times the national share of workers).
Prices are below the national average in Vermont: the regional price parity is 98.0 against 100 for the whole country (29th lowest of 51). Median gross rent is $1,234 a month and the median household income $81,203, so a year of rent equals 18.2% of income; the median home value is $316,600. The state minimum wage is $14.42 (the higher of state and federal rates applies to most workers). State income tax on wages: Graduated, top rate 8.75%. It is not a right-to-work state, so union contracts can require fees from covered workers. It has no state paid family and medical leave programme in our source.
4.3% of residents were born abroad and 43.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Among workers, 68.5% drive alone, 0.8% use public transit and 16.9% work from home; 12.6% commute 45 minutes or more.
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| Industry ⇅ | GDP ($ million, annual rate) ⇅ | Share of state GDP ⇅ |
|---|---|---|
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 6,680 | 13.2% |
| Government and government enterprises | 6,214 | 12.3% |
| Health care and social assistance | 5,415 | 10.7% |
| Retail trade | 3,976 | 7.8% |
| Manufacturing | 3,957 | 7.8% |
| Professional, scientific, and technical services | 3,755 | 7.4% |
| Finance and insurance | 2,991 | 5.9% |
| Accommodation and food services | 2,864 | 5.6% |
| Wholesale trade | 2,494 | 4.9% |
| Construction | 1,759 | 3.5% |
| Administrative and support and waste management and remediation services | 1,663 | 3.3% |
| Information | 1,279 | 2.5% |
| Utilities | 1,165 | 2.3% |
| Other services (except government and government enterprises) | 1,082 | 2.1% |
| Educational services | 1,018 | 2.0% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 746 | 1.5% |
| Arts, entertainment, and recreation | 540 | 1.1% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting | 505 | 1.0% |
| Management of companies and enterprises | 348 | 0.7% |
| Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction | 277 | 0.5% |
| Sector ⇅ | Jobs (payroll) ⇅ | Change in 12 months ⇅ | Month ⇅ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mining and logging | 900 | +0.0% | 2026M09 |
| Construction | 17,200 | +1.2% | 2026M09 |
| Manufacturing | 28,000 | +2.2% | 2026M09 |
| Trade, transportation and utilities | 50,600 | -1.0% | 2026M09 |
| Information | 4,200 | -4.5% | 2026M09 |
| Financial activities | 10,900 | -5.2% | 2026M09 |
| Professional and business services | 31,700 | -2.8% | 2026M09 |
| Education and health services | 65,300 | +0.6% | 2026M09 |
| Leisure and hospitality | 35,000 | +1.4% | 2026M09 |
| Other services | 10,000 | -1.0% | 2026M09 |
| Government | 57,100 | +0.7% | 2026M09 |
BEA values are seasonally adjusted annual rates averaged over the latest four quarters. BLS payroll counts are not seasonally adjusted. The state total of jobs is 310,900 (latest month).
| Occupation field ⇅ | Jobs ⇅ | Per 1,000 jobs ⇅ | Location quotient ⇅ | Median pay ⇅ | Entry (10th pct.) ⇅ | Top (90th pct.) ⇅ | Median vs US ⇅ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support | 31,180 | 102.6 | 0.90 | $49,560 | $37,910 | $70,050 | +4% |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related | 26,300 | 86.6 | 0.98 | $38,210 | $30,220 | $64,880 | +9% |
| Transportation and Material Moving | 20,860 | 68.6 | 0.78 | $45,440 | $32,080 | $64,880 | +2% |
| Sales and Related | 24,710 | 81.3 | 0.94 | $39,830 | $31,200 | $82,720 | +3% |
| Management | 24,800 | 81.6 | 1.14 | $107,520 | $63,940 | $215,290 | -15% |
| Business and Financial Operations | 17,570 | 57.8 | 0.85 | $78,050 | $51,810 | $127,360 | -6% |
| Healthcare Practitioners and Technical | 21,730 | 71.5 | 1.13 | $87,370 | $48,230 | $169,580 | +1% |
| Educational Instruction and Library | 25,460 | 83.8 | 1.43 | $61,620 | $37,470 | $101,910 | +2% |
| Production | 15,400 | 50.7 | 0.92 | $49,080 | $37,440 | $76,580 | +4% |
| Healthcare Support | 14,340 | 47.2 | 0.93 | $45,800 | $31,350 | $57,060 | +19% |
| Construction and Extraction | 14,320 | 47.1 | 1.14 | $59,740 | $45,920 | $81,310 | +0% |
| Installation, Maintenance, and Repair | 10,890 | 35.8 | 0.92 | $60,020 | $44,580 | $90,970 | +1% |
| Computer and Mathematical | 7,720 | 25.4 | 0.75 | $95,680 | $57,890 | $169,990 | -12% |
| Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance | 10,930 | 36.0 | 1.23 | $43,540 | $34,400 | $60,140 | +16% |
| Protective Service | 4,840 | 15.9 | 0.66 | $56,910 | $36,340 | $93,140 | +14% |
| Personal Care and Service | 6,950 | 22.9 | 1.09 | $39,030 | $31,220 | $60,630 | +7% |
| Community and Social Service | 9,540 | 31.4 | 1.83 | $57,330 | $43,280 | $81,620 | -2% |
| Architecture and Engineering | 5,630 | 18.5 | 1.10 | $89,300 | $60,060 | $152,990 | -10% |
| Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media | 4,750 | 15.6 | 1.19 | $62,470 | $38,840 | $107,590 | -0% |
| Life, Physical, and Social Science | 3,240 | 10.7 | 1.12 | $75,330 | $51,190 | $113,870 | -9% |
| Legal | 2,200 | 7.2 | 0.86 | $100,730 | $59,110 | $292,390 | -2% |
| Farming, Fishing, and Forestry | 530 | 1.8 | 0.63 | $46,760 | $34,580 | $72,130 | +28% |
| Industry ⇅ | Share of employed residents ⇅ |
|---|---|
| Education and health care | 28.8% |
| Retail trade | 11.0% |
| Professional, scientific, management, administrative | 10.0% |
| Manufacturing | 9.9% |
| Arts, entertainment, accommodation, food | 8.9% |
| Construction | 7.8% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate | 5.0% |
| Public administration | 5.0% |
| Other services | 4.6% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities | 3.3% |
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining | 2.6% |
| Information | 1.6% |
| Wholesale trade | 1.6% |
| Occupation ⇅ | Jobs ⇅ | Location quotient ⇅ | Median pay (year) ⇅ | Entry (10th pct.) ⇅ | Top (90th pct.) ⇅ | Median vs US ⇅ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail Salespersons | 8,250 | 1.08 | $37,400 | $31,060 | $55,700 | +6% |
| General and Operations Managers | 8,000 | 1.17 | $98,640 | $59,500 | $218,550 | -7% |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | 7,700 | 0.92 | $41,600 | $31,310 | $48,040 | +16% |
| Registered Nurses | 7,410 | 1.12 | $97,460 | $77,670 | $126,100 | -0% |
| Cashiers | 7,030 | 1.16 | $35,720 | $30,590 | $43,810 | +9% |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 6,830 | 0.91 | $36,030 | $30,450 | $46,080 | +15% |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 5,360 | 0.97 | $37,130 | $30,680 | $49,200 | -1% |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | 5,130 | 1.19 | $40,910 | $33,310 | $52,000 | +11% |
| Office Clerks, General | 5,100 | 1.06 | $48,310 | $36,940 | $63,750 | +7% |
| Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary | 4,960 | 1.79 | $43,800 | $29,140 | $51,580 | +19% |
| Waiters and Waitresses | 4,040 | 0.91 | $59,140 | $29,690 | $89,330 | +68% |
| Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | 3,610 | 1.33 | $63,070 | $48,700 | $97,230 | -1% |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | 3,560 | 0.88 | $60,830 | $48,900 | $74,700 | +4% |
| Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive | 3,360 | 1.01 | $48,920 | $39,330 | $61,740 | +3% |
| Carpenters | 3,080 | 2.35 | $62,400 | $47,840 | $76,850 | +3% |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | 3,060 | 0.53 | $39,390 | $30,350 | $49,170 | -2% |
| Nursing Assistants | 3,030 | 1.07 | $47,130 | $37,620 | $59,600 | +12% |
| Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks | 2,950 | 1.10 | $54,720 | $41,720 | $74,970 | +8% |
| Customer Service Representatives | 2,870 | 0.57 | $47,500 | $35,140 | $66,530 | +6% |
| Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other | 2,850 | 13.53 | $53,150 | $43,300 | $68,460 | -6% |
| Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers | 2,700 | 1.45 | $46,230 | $36,590 | $61,950 | +18% |
| Accountants and Auditors | 2,630 | 0.93 | $78,890 | $59,770 | $118,800 | -6% |
| Maintenance and Repair Workers, General | 2,610 | 0.87 | $55,510 | $42,180 | $74,940 | +12% |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | 2,450 | 1.18 | $76,220 | $49,800 | $99,830 | +6% |
| Business Operations Specialists, All Other | 2,440 | 1.15 | $71,710 | $51,100 | $114,690 | -14% |
| Occupation ⇅ | Jobs ⇅ | Location quotient ⇅ | Median pay (year) ⇅ | Entry (10th pct.) ⇅ | Top (90th pct.) ⇅ | Median vs US ⇅ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other | 2,850 | 13.53 | $53,150 | $43,300 | $68,460 | -6% |
| Highway Maintenance Workers | 1,170 | 3.87 | $58,460 | $47,080 | $67,910 | +16% |
| Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators | 1,190 | 3.60 | $57,500 | $44,480 | $81,820 | +13% |
| Social and Community Service Managers | 1,200 | 2.94 | $80,760 | $61,450 | $117,460 | +0% |
| Food Batchmakers | 1,000 | 2.94 | $50,180 | $36,750 | $62,070 | +19% |
| Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary | 1,170 | 2.72 | $107,500 | $65,770 | $323,700 | +0% |
| Compliance Officers | 1,960 | 2.40 | $90,420 | $53,570 | $118,270 | +12% |
| Carpenters | 3,080 | 2.35 | $62,400 | $47,840 | $76,850 | +3% |
| Public Relations Specialists | 1,260 | 2.27 | $66,060 | $45,330 | $101,520 | -12% |
| Social and Human Service Assistants | 1,920 | 2.24 | $46,640 | $38,760 | $55,380 | +2% |
| Self-Enrichment Teachers | 1,190 | 1.84 | $53,190 | $37,740 | $120,390 | +14% |
| Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary | 4,960 | 1.79 | $43,800 | $29,140 | $51,580 | +19% |
| Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors | 1,120 | 1.62 | $64,570 | $50,810 | $94,010 | +0% |
| Computer Occupations, All Other | 1,320 | 1.56 | $111,530 | $52,950 | $181,020 | -4% |
| Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary | 1,000 | 1.55 | $105,350 | $76,900 | $134,570 | -0% |
| Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria | 1,330 | 1.55 | $46,370 | $38,120 | $56,560 | +24% |
| Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers | 2,700 | 1.45 | $46,230 | $36,590 | $61,950 | +18% |
| Bartenders | 2,080 | 1.40 | $45,450 | $29,970 | $91,400 | +32% |
| Dishwashers | 1,280 | 1.38 | $36,010 | $29,650 | $39,770 | +3% |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | 1,280 | 1.37 | $58,870 | $50,270 | $73,860 | -2% |
| Substitute Teachers, Short-Term | 1,400 | 1.36 | $38,200 | $31,470 | $54,120 | -8% |
| Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | 3,610 | 1.33 | $63,070 | $48,700 | $97,230 | -1% |
| Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | 1,620 | 1.33 | $73,940 | $49,300 | $97,630 | +15% |
| Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants | 2,390 | 1.27 | $48,200 | $40,020 | $60,010 | +5% |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | 1,060 | 1.26 | $31,080 | $29,780 | $47,670 | -0% |
Occupations with a page of their own link to it. Pay above $239,200 a year is shown as "≥ $239,200" (BLS top-code). "n/a" means BLS suppressed the figure.
There are 112 federal job postings open now in Vermont (USAJOBS). This is the federal government only: most US jobs are in the private sector and are advertised on employers' own sites, so use the pay and demand tables on this page for the whole labour market.
| Agency ⇅ | Open postings ⇅ |
|---|---|
| Army National Guard Units | 24 |
| Federal Aviation Administration | 20 |
| Veterans Health Administration | 18 |
| Immigration and Customs Enforcement | 7 |
| Customs and Border Protection | 6 |
| Internal Revenue Service | 5 |
| Agricultural Research Service | 4 |
| Transportation Security Administration | 3 |
| Air National Guard Units | 3 |
| Drug Enforcement Administration | 2 |
| U.S. Marshals Service | 2 |
| Natural Resources Conservation Service | 2 |
| Veterans Benefits Administration | 2 |
| Forest Service | 2 |
| Citizenship and Immigration Services | 2 |
| Series ⇅ | Open postings ⇅ |
|---|---|
| Supply Clerical And Technician | 7 |
| General Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement, And Compliance Series | 6 |
| Miscellaneous Transportation/Mobile Equipment Maintenance | 6 |
| Administrative Officer | 5 |
| Border Patrol Enforcement Series | 4 |
| Information Technology Management | 4 |
| Management And Program Analysis | 4 |
| Human Resources Management | 4 |
| Medical Support Assistance | 4 |
| Financial Clerical And Assistance | 4 |
| Compliance Inspection And Support | 3 |
| Criminal Investigation | 3 |
| Miscellaneous Ammunitions, Explosives, and Toxic Matter Work | 3 |
| Medical Officer | 2 |
| General Engineering | 2 |
Median starting salary in postings that list a yearly range: $57,023 (92 postings).
The median wage in Vermont is $56,390 a year ($27.11 an hour) against $50,980 nationally (+11%). The 10th percentile earns $35,910 and the 90th $111,480.
| Occupation field ⇅ | Jobs ⇅ | Per 1,000 jobs ⇅ | Location quotient ⇅ | Median pay ⇅ | Entry (10th pct.) ⇅ | Top (90th pct.) ⇅ | Median vs US ⇅ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Office and Administrative Support | 31,180 | 102.6 | 0.90 | $49,560 | $37,910 | $70,050 | +4% |
| Food Preparation and Serving Related | 26,300 | 86.6 | 0.98 | $38,210 | $30,220 | $64,880 | +9% |
| Transportation and Material Moving | 20,860 | 68.6 | 0.78 | $45,440 | $32,080 | $64,880 | +2% |
| Sales and Related | 24,710 | 81.3 | 0.94 | $39,830 | $31,200 | $82,720 | +3% |
| Management | 24,800 | 81.6 | 1.14 | $107,520 | $63,940 | $215,290 | -15% |
| Business and Financial Operations | 17,570 | 57.8 | 0.85 | $78,050 | $51,810 | $127,360 | -6% |
| Healthcare Practitioners and Technical | 21,730 | 71.5 | 1.13 | $87,370 | $48,230 | $169,580 | +1% |
| Educational Instruction and Library | 25,460 | 83.8 | 1.43 | $61,620 | $37,470 | $101,910 | +2% |
| Production | 15,400 | 50.7 | 0.92 | $49,080 | $37,440 | $76,580 | +4% |
| Healthcare Support | 14,340 | 47.2 | 0.93 | $45,800 | $31,350 | $57,060 | +19% |
| Construction and Extraction | 14,320 | 47.1 | 1.14 | $59,740 | $45,920 | $81,310 | +0% |
| Installation, Maintenance, and Repair | 10,890 | 35.8 | 0.92 | $60,020 | $44,580 | $90,970 | +1% |
| Computer and Mathematical | 7,720 | 25.4 | 0.75 | $95,680 | $57,890 | $169,990 | -12% |
| Building and Grounds Cleaning and Maintenance | 10,930 | 36.0 | 1.23 | $43,540 | $34,400 | $60,140 | +16% |
| Protective Service | 4,840 | 15.9 | 0.66 | $56,910 | $36,340 | $93,140 | +14% |
| Personal Care and Service | 6,950 | 22.9 | 1.09 | $39,030 | $31,220 | $60,630 | +7% |
| Community and Social Service | 9,540 | 31.4 | 1.83 | $57,330 | $43,280 | $81,620 | -2% |
| Architecture and Engineering | 5,630 | 18.5 | 1.10 | $89,300 | $60,060 | $152,990 | -10% |
| Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media | 4,750 | 15.6 | 1.19 | $62,470 | $38,840 | $107,590 | -0% |
| Life, Physical, and Social Science | 3,240 | 10.7 | 1.12 | $75,330 | $51,190 | $113,870 | -9% |
| Legal | 2,200 | 7.2 | 0.86 | $100,730 | $59,110 | $292,390 | -2% |
| Farming, Fishing, and Forestry | 530 | 1.8 | 0.63 | $46,760 | $34,580 | $72,130 | +28% |
Estimate for a wage earner: 2026 federal brackets and standard deduction (IRS), Social Security 6.2% up to $184,500, Medicare 1.45% (+0.9% above $200,000 single / $250,000 married), and a state rate you set; graduated states show 0 until you enter your own estimate. It ignores credits, pre-tax deductions, local taxes and benefits. Sources: IRS: tax year 2026 inflation adjustments · SSA wage base per Federal Register notice 2025-19763.
| Rule ⇅ | In Vermont ⇅ |
|---|---|
| Minimum wage (per hour) | $14.42 (federal minimum is $7.25; the higher applies for most workers) |
| State income tax on wages | Graduated, top rate 8.75% |
| Right-to-work state | No |
| State paid family and medical leave program | No program listed in our source |
| Employment | At-will in most states (either side can end the job with notice, with legal exceptions) |
Nationwide rules (overtime after 40 hours, family leave, discrimination, visas) are on the country guide. Many cities and counties set higher minimum wages or paid sick leave; check the local government. Confirm all figures with the official sources before acting.
| Indicator ⇅ | Value ⇅ |
|---|---|
| Price level, all items (US = 100) | 98.0 |
| Median gross rent per month | $1,234 |
| Median home value | $316,600 |
| Homeowners (share of households) | 73.2% |
| Poverty rate | 10.1% |
| Drive alone to work | 68.5% |
| Public transit to work | 0.8% |
| Work from home | 16.9% |
| Commute of 45 minutes or more | 12.6% |
Regional price parities measure how much it costs to buy the same basket of goods and services: 100 is the national average.
4.3% of residents of Vermont were born abroad (27,696 people).
| Country of birth ⇅ | Residents ⇅ |
|---|---|
| Canada | 4,295 |
| India | 1,570 |
| China, excluding Hong Kong and Taiwan | 1,497 |
| Germany | 1,268 |
| England | 961 |
| Philippines | 957 |
| United Kingdom, excluding England and Scotland | 879 |
| Nepal | 841 |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | 720 |
| Korea | 705 |
| Vietnam | 679 |
| Bhutan | 639 |
| Russia | 559 |
| Mexico | 513 |
| Brazil | 471 |
Work permits and visas are federal. See permits and first steps and, for your country, Working in the US from your country.
$14.42 (the federal minimum is $7.25; the higher rate applies for most workers). Source: US Department of Labor.
Graduated, top rate 8.75% (Tax Foundation, rates as of 01/01/2026).
2.6% in 2026M09 (BLS, seasonally adjusted).
$81,203 (Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024, 2024 dollars).
112 postings on USAJOBS today. Private-sector jobs are not included.