Vermont
State in United States
Vermont has a land area of 9,215.4 square miles and a water area of 397.7 square miles. It is the 43rd largest state by area. Vermont is bordered by New York, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire.
Population and People
Total Population
645,570Data from Census BureauAverage Age
42.9 YearData from Census BureauSenior Population (65 years and older)
133,173Data from Census BureauVeterans
6.1%Data from Census Bureau
Income and Poverty
Median Household Income
$91,843Data from Census BureauPoverty
16.5%Data from Census Bureau
Employment and Labor Force
Total Eligible Employment Population
541,514Data from Census BureauUnemployed
2.7%Data from Census Bureau
Housing
Housing Units
270,163Data from Census BureauMedian Gross Rent (in dollars)
$1,115Data from Census BureauGross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: Less Than 30% Household Income
53.2%Data from Census BureauGross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: 30% or More of Household Income
46.8%Data from Census BureauMedian Home Price (in dollars)
$271,500Data from Census BureauRenter Rate
73,872Data from Census BureauHomeownership Rate
196,291Data from Census Bureau
Health
Disabled
13.8%Data from Census Bureau
The Department of Housing and Urban Development is on its mission to provide decent and affordable housing to Americans with low-income. Within the United States there are 10 different geographical regions that HUD has been divided into. Depending on where your state is located you would be zoned to one of these Regional Offices. To find your Regional office: Affordable Housing411 Regional Office Page.
Within these Regional Offices zones there are 54 different Field Offices. Again, depending on your location you will be zoned to a particular Field Office. To Find Your Field Office visit: Affordable Housing411 Field Offices Page.
Lastly locally there are almost 4,000 Local Housing Authorities Offices. To find your local office visit: Affordable Housing411 Public Housing Authority Page
Each State or area can have different income limits and eligibility requirements. We recommend you contact your local housing authority for specific income guidelines.
The State of Vermont is located in Boston Regional Office. Within Vermont there are . Throughout Vermont there are 9 Public Housing Authority Offices.
We at Affordable Housing 411, have gathered all the contact information for all of HUD’s Offices. We want to be an advocate for those in need of affordable housing.
CONTACT HUD: VERMONT
For general questions about HUD or its programs, contact our Burlington Field Office.
For questions about FHA loans or programs, contact our FHA Resource Center:
- Find the answer online
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) CALL-FHA (800-225-5342)
- TTY: Dial 7-1-1
For questions about HUD rental programs, including Housing Choice (Section 8) Vouchers, contact our Public and Indian Housing Information Resource Center:
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) 955-2232
- TTY: Dial 7-1-1
FIELD OFFICES HUD: VERMONT
REGIONAL OFFICE HUD: VERMONT
TANF OFFICE HUD: VERMONT
LIHEAP OFFICE HUD: VERMONT
LIHWAP OFFICE HUD: VERMONT
RENTAL HELP: VERMONT
Subsidized Apartments
HUD helps apartment owners offer reduced rents to low-income tenants. To apply, contact or visit the management office of each apartment building that interests you.
Public Housing and Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
To apply for either type of help, visit your local Public Housing Agency (PHA).
- PHAs in Vermont
- Links to PHA websites
- Questions? Email or call our Public and Indian Housing Information Resource Center toll-free at (800) 955-2232.
Some PHAs have long waiting lists, so you may want to apply at more than one PHA. Your PHA can also give you a list of locations at which your voucher can be used.
Need advice?
- Contact a housing counseling agency
- HUD Resource Locator – search for HUD offices, affordable housing, public housing agencies and homeless resources
HOMEOWNERSHIP: VERMONT
Owning a home is a big part of the American Dream. Here are some resources that can help you buy, maintain and keep your home.
Getting Started
- Housing counseling agencies – free or low-cost counseling services for buying, renting, defaults, foreclosures, credit issues and reverse mortgages
- Predatory lending – beware if you’re buying or refinancing your home; don’t become a victim of unfair lending practices
Buying a Home
- Assistance programs – resources and programs to help you buy and maintain your home
- HUD homes for sale
- Homeownership vouchers – some public housing agencies help you become a homeowner through the Housing Choice Voucher Homeownership Program
Owning and Maintaining Your Home
- Home repairs – money for home improvements and repairs
- Avoid foreclosure – don’t lose your home
- Make your home more energy efficient
Population by Age Range in Vermont
Age and Sex
42.9 +/- 0.3
Median Age in Vermont
Age and Sex
42.9 +/- 0.3
Median Age in Vermont
38.8 +/- 0.1
Median Age in United States
Population by Age Range in Vermont
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Older Population by Age Range in Vermont
Older Population
20.60 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in Vermont
Older Population
20.60 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in Vermont
16.8 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in United States
Older Population by Age in Vermont
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Veterans in Vermont
Veterans
6.10 +/- 0.5
Veterans in Vermont
Veterans
6.10 +/- 0.5
Veterans in Vermont
6.4 +/- 0.1
Veterans in United States
Veterans in Vermont
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Median Household Income in Vermont
Median Household Income
$72,431 +/- $2,216
Median Household Income in Vermont
Median Household Income
$72,431 +/- $2,216
Median Household Income in Vermont
$69,717 +/- $134
Median Household Income in United States
Median Household Income in Vermont
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Poverty in Vermont
Poverty
10.30 +/- 0.8
Poverty in Vermont
Poverty
10.30 +/- 0.8
Poverty in Vermont
12.8 +/- 0.1
Poverty in United States
Poverty in Vermont
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Educational Attainment in Vermont
Educational Attainment
44.40 +/- 1.2
Educational Attainment in Vermont
Educational Attainment
44.40 +/- 1.2
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in Vermont
35.0 +/- 0.1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in United States
Educational Attainment in Vermont
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Employment and Labor Force Status in Vermont
Employment rate
61.40% +/- 0.9%
Employment rate in Vermont
Employment rate
61.40% +/- 0.9%
Employment rate in Vermont
58.6% +/- 0.1%
Employment rate in United States
HUD MAILING LISTS: VERMONT
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Last Updated: September 1, 2023