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Veterans in Vermont
Civilian veterans ages 18 and older, ACS 2020-2024
- Veterans
- 32,714
- 6.2% of adults. U.S. 6.2%
- Women veterans
- 2,720
- 8.3% of veterans
- Age 65 and older
- 18,416
- 56% of veterans
Veterans by age
ACS 2020-2024
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| Age | Veterans | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 18 to 34 | 1,992 | 6.1% |
| 35 to 54 | 5,618 | 17.2% |
| 55 to 64 | 6,688 | 20.4% |
| 65 to 74 | 8,004 | 24.5% |
| 75 and older | 10,412 | 31.8% |
Veterans by county
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| County | Veterans | Share of adults | Women |
|---|---|---|---|
| Addison County | 1,751 | 5.5% | 69 |
| Bennington County | 2,244 | 7.4% | 127 |
| Caledonia County | 1,644 | 6.6% | 183 |
| Chittenden County | 6,284 | 4.5% | 621 |
| Essex County | 465 | 9.3% | 42 |
| Franklin County | 2,719 | 6.9% | 237 |
| Grand Isle County | 424 | 6.9% | 49 |
| Lamoille County | 1,196 | 5.7% | 154 |
| Orange County | 1,528 | 6.3% | 132 |
| Orleans County | 1,980 | 8.9% | 160 |
| Rutland County | 3,801 | 7.6% | 242 |
| Washington County | 2,985 | 6.1% | 293 |
| Windham County | 2,370 | 6.2% | 186 |
| Windsor County | 3,323 | 7.0% | 225 |
Frequently asked questions
- How many veterans live in Vermont?
- The American Community Survey estimates 32,714 civilian veterans in Vermont (2020-2024), or 6.2% of residents 18 and older.
- Which Vermont counties have the most veterans?
- Chittenden County (6,284), Rutland County (3,801), Windsor County (3,323) have the most veterans.
- Where do veteran population numbers come from?
- They are American Community Survey 5-year estimates of civilian veterans ages 18 and older, from Census table B21001. Estimates have margins of error, especially in small counties.
- Where can veterans find VA services?
- VA medical centers, outpatient clinics and Vet Centers are listed in VA's facility directory, and the Veterans Crisis Line is available by dialing 988 and pressing 1.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates, table B21001