Vermont Housing Authority Directory

Vermont has 9 housing authorities managing 8,147 Section 8 vouchers across 6 counties. 9 currently have open waiting lists.

Vermont's housing market, characterized by its predominantly rural nature and limited urban centers, presents significant affordability challenges due to high overall living costs, particularly impacting lower-income families, seniors, and individuals with disabilities who most frequently require rental assistance. The scarcity of available housing stock, coupled with rising expenses for essentials like utilities and transportation, exacerbates financial strain for many Vermonters, making stable housing a constant concern.

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Housing Affordability in Vermont

To afford a modest 2-bedroom rental in Vermont, a worker must earn $29.73/hour ($61,838/year). At the state minimum wage of $14.01/hour, that requires working 85 hours per week just to cover rent.

Source: NLIHC Out of Reach 2025 · nlihc.org/oor

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