2018 Best Places to Live in Chittenden CountyAbout this List

South Burlington

• Town in Vermont
• 26

Current Resident: I love South Burlington! Cute community and safe! The schools are great, and I love it here! It's a very family friendly community, with good schools, and safe neighborhoods.
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• A+

• A+

• 18,773 Population

Shelburne

• Town in Vermont
• 8

Former Resident: Shelburne was the best place to grow up - very safe, friendly small town vibe. It is a 10 minute drive to Burlington, right on the lake and has a cute central area with small local shops and restaurants. Shelburne Farms is a must see.
Read 8 Reviews

• A+

• A+

• 7,677 Population

Williston

• Town in Vermont
• 4

Current Resident: Accessibility to restaurants, grocery stores, and hiking trail is fast and easy. Close enough to Burlington that it can be an easy commute in for dinner or shopping, but far enough away that the college nightlife isn't right outside your wind ow at night. Great sidewalks and neighbors to walk the dog in, and all the residents I have been in contact with/have met have been extremely friendly and "neighborly"
Read 4 Reviews

• A

• A+

• 9,341 Population

Charlotte

• Town in Vermont

• A

• A+

• 3,818 Population

Jericho

• Town in Vermont
• 3

Nearby Resident: Jericho isn't too far away from the big towns and cities around, but it also is in a nice country area. Jericho has lots of old historical areas to visit which are really neat and unique to that town. It has some restaurants and a new market in town which has good choices of local food. Jericho is a very safe town little to no break ins around, and people are very friendly and family oriented. There are lots of events that also go on in the town too. Jericho has a very tight knit community if you need help people will be very willing to help you out.
Read 3 Reviews

• A

• A

• 5,055 Population

Essex

• Town in Vermont
• 16

Current Resident: Essex is a very nice, friendly town. It has many local stores and things to do. Essex high school has a very strong system and everyone loves it. You never find yourself with nothing to do because there are so many things like fishing, swimming, hiking, running, there are many places to eat and shop.
Read 16 Reviews

• A

• A

• 20,901 Population

Burlington

• Town in Vermont
• 43

Current Resident: The Burlington area has a very relaxed and inclusive atmosphere. In this college town, the people are friendly, restaurants include many different types of cuisine, the shops are exciting, and there are numerous opportunities for outdoor activities. Lake Champlain boasts many beaches in and around Burlington, with opportunities to learn to paddle board and kayak, take a board tour, or swim. The bike path, which follows along the shores of Lake Champlain, is a great way to get out for some time in the sun. Echo Aquarium is a family friendly place to go learn even more about the lake!
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• A

• A-

• 42,453 Population

Colchester

• Town in Vermont
• 42

Current Resident: Colchester is a wonderful family town. It has several different beaches being right next to the lake, a great school system from elementary to high school (there's also several pre-schools that offer amazing opportunities to younger children!), and tons of local businesses from Sam Mazza's to The Village Scoop! Colchester has several parks that allow children to engage in local sports leagues or just have fun. I'm so lucky to have grown up in such a great town!
Read 42 Reviews

• A-

• A-

• 17,309 Population

Essex Junction

• Town in Vermont
• 22

Current Resident: I love Essex Junction. It's a small town, where you're constantly seeing familiar faces. That said, we have enough people in our community to have a very strong school system. Essex High School is currently the second largest high school in Vermont (second to Champlain Valley Union) and offers such great opportunities. For students interested in the arts, the Academy of Visual and Performing Arts offers internship and capstone opportunities. The same type of thing is offered to scientists and mathematicians in the STEM Academy. EHS also has great school spirit, wonderful teachers, and lots of AP classes for students to challenge themselves.
Read 22 Reviews

• A-

• A

• 10,132 Population

Underhill

• Town in Vermont
• 9

Niche User: Luckily where I live there is very little crime. Now a days crime is becoming more frequent so like other places we have the occasional crimes of burglary but it's not a normal thing to always be worried about. In the more urban areas the crime is higher like in most states. Police are very responsive even out in the rural areas. I overall don't have concerns about my safety.
Read 9 Reviews

• A-

• A

• 3,053 Population

Winooski

• Town in Vermont
• 3

Niche User: I wouldn't want to live anywhere else! It's perfect
Read 3 Reviews

• B-

• C-

• 7,203 Population

Milton

• Town in Vermont
• 5

Niche User: Let's just say I read the police reports in the newspaper for a laugh... not to see how in danger I am. Let me give you an example. A few weeks ago, my mother read me a "suspicious" report from our paper. It read something to the affect of, "Police received a call saying that yelling and slapping could be heard from the neighbor's house. Before police could investigate, another call was received from the same person saying that on second thought it could be cheering and clapping. Upon investigation, it was found that an NBA game was being watched, and it was indeed cheering and clapping."
Read 5 Reviews

• C+

• B-

• 10,761 Population

Westford

• Town in Vermont
• 7

Niche User: The level of crime in my town is at a minimum, and I would say that most people in the town feel very safe. We don't have a town police department, but when they are needed, it doesn't take much time for them to arrive. Overall, I like my town and I feel safe living in it.
Read 7 Reviews

• B+

• A

• 2,019 Population

Bolton

• Town in Vermont
• 1

Current Resident: Small town feelings near all the amenities. Close to the highway yet rural. Part of a great school system.
Read 1 Review

• B+

• A

• 1,353 Population

Hinesburg

• Town in Vermont
• 2

Niche User: I live in a very busy area of town, but the low speed limit keeps the environment a lot safer than bigger Vermont cities. Although the town population has grown significantly, nearly everyone knows everyone here. Everyone looks out for each other. The construction of more and more businesses as well as homes continuously grows the town and opens up even more opportunities for everyone living here
Read 2 Reviews

• B+

• A+

• 4,509 Population

Huntington

• Town in Vermont
• 1

Niche User: If I could do it all over again, I would absolutely choose to live here. I could not have picked a better place to grow up.
Read 1 Review

• B+

• A

• 1,914 Population

Richmond

• Town in Vermont
• 3

• B+

• A

• 420 Population

St. George

• Town in Vermont
• 6

Niche User: Not too much crime, police are pretty responsive, generally a safe area
Read 6 Reviews

• B-

• NG

• 681 Population

New North End

• Neighborhood in Burlington, VT
• 18

Niche User: My experience living in Burlington, Vermont has been more than I could ever ask for. What I enjoy most about Burlington is the community as a whole. Everyone seems to care about each other and when you walk say downtown, so many people are there enjoying what Burlington has to offer. Whether it be holding the door open for someone, or a simple smile, the citizens of Burlington seem to care about the quality of life here. What I also love about Burlington is the land itself. The green mountains and Lake Champlain are two of many aspects of Burlington that contribute to its beauty. For the future, I can only see Burlington getting a healthier, cleaner, and even more comfortable/safe place to live.
Read 18 Reviews

• NG

• NG

• 14,210 Population

Hill Section (Hill District)

• Neighborhood in Burlington, VT
• 16

Niche User: As a college student, my experience of living in Burlington, Vermont has been a pleasant one. Downtown Burlington is always filled with life and excitement: there is always something interesting going on! If I could do it all over again, I would pursue a summer internship in the area so that I could live in Burlington during the summer as well. Vermont is beautiful all year round but there is nothing like spending a summer in Vermont. Burlington is a biking/long-boarding friendly town so I always feel safe when I take my board or bike out to do some shopping or cruise around town. The lake at the bottom of the hill (Lake Champlain) offers great views, a wonderful spot for relaxation, fishing and even swimming. In the future I see the housing infrastructure improving, as most of the homes in Burlington are old are due for reconstruction/refurbishing.
Read 16 Reviews

• NG

• NG

• 12,829 Population

Old North End

• Neighborhood in Burlington, VT
• 12

Current Resident: The ONE is arguably one of the most diverse sections of Burlington. It contributes great culture to Burlington with many stores and shops owned by refugees.
Read 12 Reviews

• NG

• NG

• 11,114 Population

South End

• Neighborhood in Burlington, VT
• 2

Niche User: Not much crime takes place in Burlington
Read 2 Reviews

• NG

• NG

• 9,935 Population

Downtown

• Neighborhood in Burlington, VT
• 1

• NG

• NG

• 6,846 Population

Five Sisters

• Neighborhood in Burlington, VT

• NG

• NG

• 1,986 Population

Waterfront

• Neighborhood in Burlington, VT

• NG

• NG

• 1,297 Population