City · Vermont
South Burlington, Vermont
South Burlington, city, in Chittenden County, Vermont. South Burlington had 21,394 residents on July 1, 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, up 5.8% since 2020; the 2020 Census counted 20,292 and the ACS 2020-2024 5-year estimates put it at 20,756 (±79). GEOID 5066175.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
21,394
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 20,292 · ACS 2020-2024: 20,756 ±79
Median household income
$106,667
±$12,797 (90% margin)
Vermont: $81,203
Median home value
$443,400
±$18,509 (90% margin)
Vermont: $316,600
Median gross rent
$1,787
±$59 (90% margin)
Vermont: $1,234
Where is South Burlington and what county is it in?
South Burlington is a city in Chittenden County, Vermont. It covers 16.4 square miles of land, 1,235 residents per square mile in 2020.
South Burlington is in the Burlington-South Burlington, VT metropolitan statistical area, which takes in 3 counties (Census Bureau delineation, July 2023).
Source: 2024 Gazetteer and 2020 place-by-county files, U.S. Census Bureau · Census reference files
How many people live in South Burlington, and is it growing?
The Census Bureau estimates that 21,394 people lived in South Burlington on July 1, 2025, up 5.8% since 2020, faster than Vermont (+0.2%). The 2020 Census counted 20,292 residents. The 2020-2024 American Community Survey, a five-year sample, puts the population at 20,756 (±79).
| Measure | South Burlington | Chittenden County | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 20,756 ±79 | 169,758 | +1,594 |
| Households | 9,466 ±412 | 71,456 | +702 |
| Average household size | 2.16 ±0.09 | 2.23 | no clear change |
| Housing units | 9,673 ±420 | 74,888 | no clear change |
South Burlington's population since 2000
From 15,814 in 2000 to 21,394 in 2025: up 35.3%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts, each for South Burlington as it was drawn that year: a place that annexed land, or a community that has since incorporated, covered a different area then. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); Census PEP Vintage 2025 (SUB-EST2025, CO-EST2025); 2020 Census P.L. 94-171 · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in South Burlington?
The median resident of South Burlington is 38.2 years old; 19.0% are under 18 and 17.8% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 78.2%, then non-Hispanic Asian residents at 10.2%. 12.7% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | South Burlington | Chittenden County | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 38.2 ±1.8 | 37.3 | −3.5 |
| Under 18 years | 19.0% ±2.1 pts | 17.2% | – |
| 65 years and over | 17.8% ±1.6 pts | 16.9% | – |
| Male | 48.2% ±2.4 pts | 48.9% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 3.5% ±0.9 pts | 2.9% | no clear change |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 78.2% ±3.1 pts | 85.5% | −9.4 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 1.8% ±1.1 pts | 2.3% | – |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 10.2% ±2.5 pts | 4.4% | +5.2 pts |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.4% ±0.3 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.1% ±0.1 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 5.5% ±1.7 pts | 4.6% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.4% ±0.3 pts | 0.4% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 12.7% ±2.4 pts | 7.9% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 15.7% ±2.9 pts | 9.2% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 4.6% ±1.4 pts | 4.5% | – |
| With a disability | 8.7% ±1.7 pts | 11.4% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 3.4% ±1.2 pts | 3.5% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 98.2% ±0.8 pts | 96.1% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 67.6% ±3.5 pts | 56.8% | +11.9 pts |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 28.8% ±3.2 pts | 24.8% | – |
| Lived in the same house a year earlier | 83.9% ±3.7 pts | 82.5% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 5.7% ±2.3 pts | 6.6% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in South Burlington earn?
Half of South Burlington's 9,466 households earn less than $106,667 a year (±$12,797), against $96,759 in Chittenden County and $81,203 in Vermont. In 2015-2019 the median was $89,921 in 2024 dollars, so it rose by $16,746 after inflation. 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | South Burlington | Chittenden County | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $106,667 ±$12,797 | $96,759 | +$16,746 |
| Mean household income | $132,648 ±$10,316 | $123,772 | – |
| Per capita income | $59,566 ±$4,716 | $52,322 | +$5,795 |
| People below the poverty line | 7.2% ±2.3 pts | 9.7% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 6.3% ±5.3 pts | 7.6% | – |
| Households receiving SNAP | 7.6% ±2.5 pts | 7.8% | – |
| Households with a computer | 95.6% ±2.1 pts | 96.8% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 93.2% ±2.4 pts | 93.4% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in South Burlington?
Owners occupy 61.6% of South Burlington's occupied homes and renters 38.4%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $443,400 by its owner (±$18,509). The median renter pays $1,787 a month including utilities, and 33.7% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | South Burlington | Chittenden County | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $443,400 ±$18,509 | $439,200 | +$64,962 |
| Median gross rent | $1,787 ±$59 | $1,646 | no clear change |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 33.7% ±6.5 pts | 40.2% | no clear change |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $2,272 ±$143 | $2,268 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 61.6% ±4.5 pts | 63.9% | no clear change |
| Renter-occupied homes | 38.4% ±4.5 pts | 36.1% | – |
| Housing units | 9,673 ±420 | 74,888 | no clear change |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.0% ±0.4 pts | 0.1% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 0.0% ±0.7 pts | 1.3% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 40.6% ±3.5 pts | 51.6% | – |
| Mobile homes | 0.0% ±0.3 pts | 3.4% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.9% ±0.9 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Built 2010 to 2019 | 20.3% ±3.3 pts | 11.5% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 2.9% ±1.7 pts | 17.3% | – |
| Households with no vehicle | 4.9% ±2.1 pts | 7.1% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is South Burlington building?
Builders took permits for 87 new housing units in South Burlington in 2025 (36 in single-family houses), 4.1 per 1,000 residents against 3.6 across Vermont.
Counts of units in permits a local office issued; not every permitted unit is built. A year marked with months was reported for part of the year.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual place files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in South Burlington work and get to work?
67.3% of South Burlington's workers drive alone and 19.6% work from home. The average trip to work takes 17.7 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 3.9%.
| Measure | South Burlington | Chittenden County | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 72.9% ±2.4 pts | 70.2% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 3.9% ±1.4 pts | 3.2% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 67.3% ±3.7 pts | 61.9% | – |
| Carpooled | 7.3% ±2.2 pts | 7.7% | – |
| Public transportation | 1.1% ±0.8 pts | 1.8% | – |
| Walked | 1.6% ±0.9 pts | 6.3% | – |
| Worked from home | 19.6% ±3.2 pts | 19.8% | +13.5 pts |
| Mean travel time to work | 17.7 min ±1.5 | 21.1 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What census tracts are in South Burlington?
5 census tracts lie mostly in South Burlington (2020 census blocks). Their median household incomes run from $76,763 (Tract 36) to $164,294 (Tract 33.01).
| Tract | Residents, 2020-2024 | Median household income |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 33.04Chittenden County | 6,406 | $121,389 |
| Tract 36Chittenden County | 5,235 | $76,763 |
| Tract 33.01Chittenden County | 4,832 | $164,294 |
| Tract 40.02Chittenden County | 4,283 | $78,021 |
| Tract 9800Chittenden County | 0 | not published |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 block assignment files (tract share = share of the tract's census blocks in South Burlington) · Census block assignment files
How does South Burlington compare with other places in Vermont?
By the Census Bureau's July 2025 estimates, South Burlington is the 1,823rd-most populous of the 19,476 U.S. incorporated places that have one and the 2nd-most populous of 39 in Vermont.
South Burlington ranks 26th of 198 places in Vermont with 1,000 or more residents and a reliable estimate, by median household income.
| Measure | Rank | Of |
|---|---|---|
| Population, July 2025 estimate | 2nd | 39 |
| Growth 2020-2025 (PEP) | 8th | 173 |
| Residents per square mile | 17th | 202 |
| Median household income | 26th | 198 |
| Per capita income | 20th | 202 |
| Median home value | 23rd | 201 |
| Median gross rent | 4th | 187 |
| Poverty rate | 122nd | 162 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 7th | 200 |
| Median age | 173rd | 202 |
| Owner-occupied share | 170th | 201 |
| Work from home | 49th | 185 |
| Travel time to work | 185th | 202 |
South Burlington's figures with every place in Vermont (CSV)
Every place in Vermont, sortable · Compare South Burlington with other places
Source: PlainCities ranks computed from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How reliable are the figures for South Burlington?
8 of the 57 figures for South Burlington on this page carry a coefficient of variation over 40% and are marked with a ring: they come from a small sample, so read them as rough.
The American Community Survey samples about one household in eight over five years, so every figure is an estimate with a 90% margin of error (shown under each value). A ring marks an estimate whose coefficient of variation is over 40%. A change is called only when the gap between the two periods is larger than their combined 90% margin (the square root of the sum of the two squared margins), the Census Bureau's test. How to read a margin of error.
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026): margins of error as published · ACS technical documentation
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for South Burlington are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' public schools in South Burlington.