Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.52 |
| Below Poverty | 9.7% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 65.3% ▲ 69% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 24% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 938 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 19,098 (17.7%) |
| Some College | 7,109 (6.6%) |
| Associates | 11,222 (10.4%) |
| Bachelors | 9,867 (9.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 59,839 (55.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $94,528 ▲ 24% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $415,305 ▲ 49% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,539/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 74,827 |
| Vacant Units | 3,585 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Chittenden County is located in Vermont and encompasses 26 ZIP codes spanning 18 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 171,272 residents. With a median age of 38.57, it is a middle-aged county.
Chittenden County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $94,528 is above the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 9.7% is near the national average.
Housing in Chittenden County is a premium housing market, with a median home value of $415,305 — above the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,539. Homeownership rates are high at 64.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Chittenden County are primarily White (86.25%). Educational attainment is highly educated — 65.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, significantly above the national average.
Chittenden County, VT is a middle-income area in Vermont. The 26 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05401 | Burlington | 31,676 | $60,532 | $463,300 | $1,614 | 5.0% | 69.5% |
| 05408 | Burlington | 10,199 | $98,656 | $369,400 | $1,573 | 2.9% | 64.1% |
| 05445 | Charlotte | 3,905 | $136,385 | $659,800 | $1,520 | 1.3% | 69.5% |
| 05446 | Colchester | 16,361 | $97,442 | $357,100 | $1,323 | 6.3% | 50.2% |
| 05452 | Essex Junction | 22,494 | $97,697 | $404,200 | $1,463 | 2.1% | 63.4% |
| 05461 | Hinesburg | 4,815 | $112,589 | $450,900 | $1,588 | 1.7% | 68.2% |
| 05462 | Huntington | 1,778 | $95,323 | $313,500 | $993 | 2.8% | 62.5% |
| 05465 | Jericho | 5,628 | $116,786 | $460,700 | $1,721 | 1.3% | 73.1% |
| 05468 | Milton | 13,347 | $112,122 | $340,800 | $1,537 | 5.4% | 46.2% |
| 05477 | Richmond | 4,374 | $118,214 | $403,800 | $1,188 | 1.3% | 72.3% |
| 05482 | Shelburne | 7,844 | $115,019 | $515,800 | $1,244 | 3.8% | 74.0% |
| 05403 | South Burlington | 20,385 | $97,041 | $399,100 | $1,755 | 4.8% | 71.6% |
| 05489 | Underhill | 3,429 | $88,015 | $406,800 | $954 | 3.2% | 53.9% |
| 05494 | Westford | 1,771 | $111,875 | $367,900 | $1,923 | 2.9% | 58.8% |
| 05495 | Williston | 10,984 | $105,768 | $431,600 | $1,752 | 2.0% | 72.0% |
| 05404 | Winooski | 8,198 | $77,020 | $350,700 | $1,635 | 0.5% | 66.5% |