Vermont Demographics & Population 2026

Population Overview

Vermont has a total population of 645,254, making it a smaller state in the nation. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% higher the national median of 38.7 years.

Age Demographics

The median age in Vermont is 43.0 years. This is 11% higher than the state median of 38.7 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Vermont is $78,024. This is about average than the state median of $78,538. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is about average. The poverty rate stands at 10.3%. This is 17% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.4%. The unemployment rate is 3.7%. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 5.2%. The median home value is $290,500. Housing costs are 4% lower than the state median of $303,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.7x. 72.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 12% higher than the state average of 65.0%.

Race & Ethnicity

Vermont has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (90.6% vs 58.2%). The Black or African American population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 12.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.5%) is well below the state average of 19.0%. The Asian population (1.6%) is well below the state average of 5.8%.

Education

42.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% higher than the state rate of 35.0%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 94.5%. Notably, 18.0% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.