Best Job Markets in Vermont
Cities ranked by lowest unemployment rate · 50 cities · Updated 2026-04-05
This ranking shows the best job markets in Vermont based on data from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates. All 50 cities are sorted by lowest unemployment rate from lowest to highest. Westminster leads the ranking with a value of 0.4% and a population of 622.
The top three cities are Westminster (0.4%), Winooski (0.5%), and South Lincoln (0.8%). Data is updated nightly from official Census APIs. Click any city name to view its full demographic profile, or see the national best job markets ranking to compare across all 50 states. You can also explore all cities in Vermont.
| Rank | City | Value | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Westminster | 0.4% | 622 |
| #2 | Winooski | 0.5% | 8,198 |
| #3 | South Lincoln | 0.8% | 159 |
| #4 | Danby | 1.0% | 166 |
| #5 | Williamstown | 1.0% | 1,622 |
| #6 | Albany | 1.2% | 161 |
| #7 | Chester | 1.2% | 1,356 |
| #8 | Derby Center | 1.2% | 684 |
| #9 | St. George | 1.2% | 466 |
| #10 | Cambridge | 1.5% | 173 |
| #11 | St. Albans | 1.7% | 6,910 |
| #12 | Hyde Park | 1.8% | 434 |
| #13 | Essex Junction | 1.9% | 10,720 |
| #14 | Windsor | 1.9% | 1,961 |
| #15 | Huntington | 2.2% | 579 |
| #16 | Island Pond | 2.2% | 698 |
| #17 | Alburgh | 2.5% | 586 |
| #18 | Norwich | 2.5% | 1,081 |
| #19 | Montpelier | 2.6% | 8,038 |
| #20 | Northfield | 2.6% | 4,165 |
| #21 | Proctor | 2.7% | 1,568 |
| #22 | Quechee | 2.7% | 297 |
| #23 | Vergennes | 2.7% | 2,571 |
| #24 | Marshfield | 2.8% | 431 |
| #25 | Bellows Falls | 2.9% | 2,851 |
| #26 | Lyndonville | 2.9% | 1,229 |
| #27 | West Rutland | 2.9% | 2,144 |
| #28 | White River Junction | 2.9% | 2,878 |
| #29 | Groton | 3.0% | 514 |
| #30 | Orleans | 3.1% | 848 |
| #31 | Putney | 3.1% | 394 |
| #32 | Manchester Center | 3.2% | 1,935 |
| #33 | Bristol | 3.5% | 2,005 |
| #34 | Castleton Four Corners | 3.5% | 807 |
| #35 | Springfield | 3.6% | 3,882 |
| #36 | Waterbury | 3.6% | 1,728 |
| #37 | Derby Line | 3.7% | 860 |
| #38 | Bradford | 4.0% | 1,326 |
| #39 | Shelburne | 4.2% | 6,292 |
| #40 | Saxtons River | 4.3% | 519 |
| #41 | Fair Haven | 4.4% | 2,435 |
| #42 | Hardwick | 4.4% | 1,047 |
| #43 | West Pawlet | 4.4% | 301 |
| #44 | Middlebury | 4.5% | 7,145 |
| #45 | Middletown Springs | 4.5% | 134 |
| #46 | Burlington | 4.6% | 44,649 |
| #47 | Morrisville | 4.6% | 2,527 |
| #48 | Randolph | 4.6% | 1,946 |
| #49 | Hinesburg | 4.7% | 581 |
| #50 | Rutland | 4.7% | 15,747 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What city has the best job markets in Vermont?
Westminster ranks #1 for best job markets in Vermont with a value of 0.4% and a population of 622.
How many cities are ranked for best job markets in Vermont?
There are 50 cities ranked for best job markets in Vermont. Rankings are based on data from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
How does Vermont compare to other states for best job markets?
You can compare Vermont's city rankings to other states or view the national ranking at our national best job markets page, which lists the top 100 cities across all 50 states.