Chittenden County, Vermont Housing Market
In Chittenden County, Vermont, the median home value is $439,200, with a median monthly rent of $1,646. This places Chittenden County at #207 nationally out of 3134 counties by median home value, and #1 within Vermont.
📈 Price Trend (2017 → 2024)
📊 Recent Market Momentum (FHFA HPI)
FHFA House Price Index — All-Transactions, Annual (2000 = 100) · Latest: 2025
📍 Economic Snapshot
Employment & Wages
- Avg weekly wage: $1,472
- Establishments: 9,357
- BLS QCEW, 2025
Housing Supply
- Single-family: 274
- Multi-family: 752
- U.S. Census Bureau, Building Permits Survey
Migration Patterns
- Inflow: 76,705 (avg $106,969)
- Outflow: 73,256 (avg $106,934)
- IRS Statistics of Income
📍 Sub-Market Activity
Top 10 active ZIP codes in Chittenden County · Latest: 2025
| # | ZIP Code | HPI | YoY Change | Latest Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 05676 | 402.3 | +21.31% | 2025 |
| 2 | 05494 | 328.1 | +14.94% | 2025 |
| 3 | 05445 | 325.0 | +6.51% | 2025 |
| 4 | 05489 | 318.9 | -1.25% | 2025 |
| 5 | 05403 | 321.9 | -0.17% | 2025 |
| 6 | 05446 | 327.7 | +6.96% | 2025 |
| 7 | 05465 | 312.8 | -2.83% | 2025 |
| 8 | 05468 | 309.8 | +2.77% | 2025 |
| 9 | 05482 | 307.6 | +3.40% | 2025 |
| 10 | 05452 | 304.7 | -0.50% | 2025 |
Source: FHFA HPI for Five-Digit ZIP Codes (All-Transactions Index, 2000 = 100).
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| Metric | Chittenden County | Vermont Average | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $439,200 | $292,950 | $227,706 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,646 | $1,131 | $968 |
| Owner Occupancy Rate | 63.9% | 77.1% | 73.3% |
| Price/Rent Ratio | 22.2 | 21.4 | 18.7 |
Market Analysis
The median home value in Chittenden County is 49.9% above the Vermont state average and 92.9% above the U.S. national average. The median rent of $1,646/month is 45.5% above the state average.
With a price-to-rent ratio of 22.2, renting is generally more cost-effective than buying in the short to medium term. The market favors buyers only for long-term holds.
Chittenden County has an owner-occupancy rate of 63.9%, compared to 77.1% in Vermont and 73.3% nationally. This indicates a more renter-heavy market than the U.S. average.
Similar Counties by Home Value
| County | State | Median Home Value | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hinsdale County | Colorado | $437,900 | $1,171 |
| Denton County | Texas | $437,200 | $1,728 |
| Montgomery County | Pennsylvania | $436,700 | $1,683 |
| Fayette County | Georgia | $436,400 | $1,898 |
| Skagway Municipality | Alaska | $435,400 | $1,280 |
Other Counties in Vermont
| County | Median Home Value | Median Rent | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Isle County | $394,100 | $1,425 | 89.9% |
| Addison County | $361,200 | $1,177 | 79.3% |
| Washington County | $315,000 | $1,163 | 73.7% |
| Franklin County | $306,700 | $1,180 | 77.4% |
| Lamoille County | $304,700 | $1,160 | 72.9% |
Data Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 2024 5-Year Estimates (2017–2024). Variables: B25077 (Median Home Value), B25064 (Median Gross Rent), B25003 (Tenure). Data collected on 2026-10-14. The price-to-rent ratio is calculated as Median Home Value ÷ (Median Monthly Rent × 12).