Cities & Towns in Washington County, VT

Washington County, county in Vermont, United States. As of 2020 county had an estimated population of 58,328 inhabitants. The county was created 213 years ago in 1811. Its county seat is Montpelier.

There are 1 city/town in Washington County, VT. The largest city of Washington County is Northfield with a population of 6,504.

Northfield
Northfield

Northfield, Town in Washington County, Vermont

Washington County is located in central Vermont along the upper Connecticut River. The county has a population of around 60,000 residents. Here are some highlights of the notable cities and towns in Washington County:

Montpelier

Montpelier is the state capital and county seat of Washington County with around 8,000 residents. It has preserved historic architecture downtown and attractions like the Vermont History Museum. Montpelier hosts community events year-round.

Barre

Barre is the most populous city in Washington County with around 10,000 residents. It is known as the “Granite Capital of the World” for its granite quarries and stone manufacturing. Popular sites include the Rock of Ages Granite Quarry.

Northfield

Northfield is located south of Montpelier along the Dog River. It has around 6,000 residents and is home to Norwich University. The town has quintessential Vermont shops and eateries in its historic downtown.

Waterbury

Waterbury is a village northwest of Montpelier best known as the home of Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream. It has around 5,000 residents and sites like the Waterbury Historical Society and Stowe Street Café.

Plainfield

Plainfield is a rural town east of Montpelier with around 1,200 residents. It has the historic Plainfield Opera House in its small downtown as well as remnants of the area's quarrying past.

All Washington County Cities (Aphebetical)

List of cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Washington County.

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City Name Title Population
Northfield Town in Washington County, Vermont 6,504