Chittenden County Public RecordsVermont

As of 2022, Chittenden County, VT, has an estimated population of 168,323. The median age is around 36.9 years, with about 50.2% female and 49.8% male residents. The population is predominantly White (about 87%), with Asian (4.5%), Black (2.8%), Hispanic or Latino (2.4%), and multiracial (2.9%) communities also represented. The county is Vermont’s most populous and diverse, centered around Burlington.

Chittenden County, VT, home to Burlington, has over 127,000 residents, with approximately 96,000 registered voters as of 2022. Elections held include federal, state, and local contests, as well as town meetings. In 2020, 75% of voters supported the Democratic presidential candidate. Polling locations span 19 municipalities, including 8 in Burlington alone. Key issues include housing, climate policy, and education. Elections are overseen locally by town clerks under the supervision of the Vermont Secretary of State. Major parties represented are Democratic, Republican, and Progressive, with Democrats generally holding the most offices in the county.

Chittenden County, VT, boasts over 30 public schools, including 10 high schools, with a graduation rate exceeding 90%. About 45% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Schools have average test scores 12% above the Vermont state average, while programs in STEM, arts, and AP courses are widely offered. Adult education centers, such as Vermont Adult Learning, serve over 500 adults annually. School safety initiatives maintain below-average incident rates, ensuring a secure learning environment.

Chittenden County, VT, boasts an unemployment rate of approximately 2.1% (2023). Key employment sectors include Health Care & Social Assistance (18%), Educational Services (12%), and Retail Trade (11%). Major occupations are in management, sales, and office/administrative support. Around 74% of workers drive alone to work, while 6% carpool and 7% use public transport. The average commute time is 21 minutes, with most residents working within the county—Burlington is a central employment hub.

Chittenden County, VT, home to Burlington, has a homeownership rate around 61% and median home values near $420,000 (2023). The median monthly rent is about $1,400. Property values have increased over 8% year-over-year. Housing includes historic homes, modern condos, and apartments, especially in Burlington, South Burlington, and Essex. Neighborhoods like the Old North End and South End vary in character and price. Annual property taxes average 2% of assessed value. The tight market and high demand keep prices and rents elevated.

Chittenden County, VT, home to Burlington, typically reports lower crime rates compared to national averages. In 2023, the county’s violent crime rate was about 1.9 incidents per 1,000 residents, while property crime was 14.6 per 1,000. Burlington, the largest city, sees slightly higher rates—violent crime at approximately 2.7 per 1,000 and property crime at 20.5 per 1,000. Local law enforcement and community initiatives focus on safety, leading to steady or decreasing trends. Crime statistics are compiled by the Vermont Crime Information Center and updated annually for public reference.