Burlington, Vermont
Burlington: The capital of Vermont. It is located on the shores of Lake Champlain in the northwestern part of the state. Burlington is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Burlington Historical Society and the Shelburne Museum.
About
Burlington is a city located in the county of Chittenden in the U.S. state of Vermont. Its population at the 2010 census was 42,417 and a population density of 1,057 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 42,899 inhabitants.
The city was created 242 years ago in 1782.
Quick Facts about Burlington
| Population : | 42,899 (2020) |
| Country : | United States of America |
| State : | Vermont (United States) |
| County : | Chittenden County |
| Different from : | South Burlington |
| Postal code : | 05405–05406, 05401–05402, 05408 |
| Plate code : | 802 |
| Phone Area Codes : | 802 |
| Area : | 40.13 km2 |
| Official name : | Burlington |
| Altitude : | 200 feet / 61 meters |
| Capital city : | Burlington is capital of Chittenden County |
| Establishment : | January 01, 1783 (242 years ago) |
| Time Zone : | America/New_York |
| Local time : | 19:57:10 (14th July 2025) |
| Density : | 1,069 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth : | 1.12% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Burlington is located at 44°28'33"N 73°12'43"W (44.4758800, -73.2120700).
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Official website of Burlington
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Demographics
The population of Burlington increased by 1.12% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
| 2010 | 42,417 | - | census |
| 2011 | 42,534 | 0.28% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 42,648 | 0.27% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 42,667 | 0.04% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 42,491 | -0.41% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 42,519 | 0.07% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 42,309 | -0.5% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 42,399 | 0.21% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 42,697 | 0.7% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 42,819 | 0.28% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 42,899 | 0.19% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Burlington
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Where ot Eat in Burlington
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People born in Burlington (139)
People born in Burlington, including philosopher, psychologist, and educational reformer John Dewey, racecar driver Harry Blanchard, serial killer Ted Bundy, .
List
- Grace Coolidge (wife of 30th President of the United States Calvin Coolidge (1879-1957)) she was born in 03/01/1879
- Tana French (American-Irish writer and theatrical actress) she was born in 10/05/1973
- Truman C. Everts (Part of the Washburn-Langford-Doane Expedition (1816-1901)) he was born in 01/01/1816
- Jimmy Cochran (American alpine skier) he was born in 29/05/1981
- Marilyn Cochran (American alpine skier) she was born in 05/02/1950
- James Rowland Angell (American psychologist and educator) he was born in 08/05/1869
- Ben Kinmont (American artist) he was born in 01/01/1963
- Billy Kidd (American alpine ski racer) he was born in 13/04/1943
- Louis Edward Gelineau (Catholic bishop) he was born in 03/05/1928
- Ralph Abraham (mathematician) he was born in 04/07/1936
- Jessica Kelley (American alpine skier) she was born in 05/10/1982
- Ryan Cochran-Siegle (American alpine skier) he was born in 27/03/1992
- Orson Bean (American actor) he was born in 22/07/1928
- Edward Gleason Spaulding (American philosopher) he was born in 06/08/1873
- William Hepburn Russell (Co-founder of the Pony Express) he was born in 31/01/1812
- Will Lyman (American actor) he was born in 20/05/1948
- Truman Seymour (Union army general (1824-1891)) he was born in 24/09/1824
- Tyler Saint (American actor) he was born in 03/03/1970
Schools in Burlington
College & universities near Burlington, VT
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 230852 | Champlain College | Burlington (VT) | 05401 |
Stations (18)
Amtrak & bus stations near Burlington, VT
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESX | Essex Junction station | 29 Railroad Ave. | RAIL |
| PRK | Port Kent station | Hwy 373 & Back Rd | RAIL |
| PLB | Plattsburgh station | Bridge and Dock Sts. | RAIL |
| WSP | Westport station | Hwy 9N and Ledge Hill Rd | RAIL |
| SAB | St. Albans station | 40 Federal Street | RAIL |
Post offices near Burlington
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Burlington Post Office | Burlington (VT) | 05401 |
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Other cities in Chittenden County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Chittenden County , VT.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| South Burlington | 19,578 | City in Chittenden County, Vermont, USA |
| Colchester | 17,102 | Town in Chittenden County, Vermont, United States |
| Milton | 10,907 | Town in Vermont, United States |
| Essex Junction | 10,793 | Village located within Essex, Chittenden County, Vermont |
| Williston | 10,263 | Town in Vermont, United States |
| Shelburne | 7,649 | Town in Vermont |
| Winooski | 7,527 | City in Chittenden County, Vermont, United States |
| Hinesburg | 4,522 | Town in Vermont |
| Richmond | 4,100 | Place in Vermont, United States of America |
| Charlotte | 3,783 | Town in Chittenden County, Vermont, United States of America |
| Underhill | 3,076 | Town in Vermont |
| Westford | 2,123 | Town in Vermont |
| Huntington | 1,969 | Town in Vermont |
| Bolton | 1,188 | Town in Chittenden County, Vermont, USA |
Distance to Other Cities
Burlington distances to largest Vermont cities
