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Population (2025 est.)644,663
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Mountain Trails and Village Main Streets
VermontVermont’s Green Mountains run between the Lake Champlain region and communities toward the Connecticut River. Montpelier is the capital, and Burlington is the largest city. Village centers, farms, forests, and small businesses give different parts of the state their local character through all four seasons.
Vermont at a Glance
Population (2025 est.)644,663.webp){kind=icon}
CapitalMontpelier.webp){kind=icon}
Largest CityBurlington.webp){kind=icon}
Counties14 counties.webp){kind=icon}
Land Area9,217 sq mi.webp){kind=icon}
Water Area398 sq mi.webp){kind=icon}
Statehood1791.webp){kind=icon}
Highest PointMount Mansfield — 4,393 ft
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County Guides in Vermont
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Counties of Vermont
Get to know the cities, towns and landscapes of Vermont. Browse the photographs and official resources on this page for places to explore and practical information.
ABOUT THE STATE
America
Local communities make a national story tangible. Across Vermont, libraries, schools, businesses, public spaces, and volunteer groups give neighbors places to meet, learn, work, and contribute. Exploring a community means listening to its people and understanding both its achievements and its challenges.
Places, People and Stories
Freedom to Build
Freedom gives people room to create businesses, raise families, serve their communities, and pursue a future they choose.
Community Makes Us Stronger
Strong communities grow when neighbors participate, local institutions serve well, and people invest time and care close to home.
Opportunity Within Reach
Education, work, entrepreneurship, and community connections can open practical paths for people to build more secure and meaningful lives.
Building Tomorrow Together
A shared future grows from responsible choices today—supporting families, strengthening communities, preserving local heritage, and creating room for new ideas.
LATEST FROM
Vermont Headlines
Latest reporting from VTDigger. Coverage may include state and national stories.
VTDigger
Local Fairlee developers want to build an apartment block. Their neighbors are standing in the way.
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Around Vermont Headlines
Stories from every corner of Vermont Headlines.
Local Fairlee developers want to build an apartment block. Their neighbors are standing in the way.
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Oct 26, 2026 • 2 min read
Judge extends anti-stalking order for Burlington mayor’s protection
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Oct 26, 2026 • 2 min read
Voter voices from the Upper Valley
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Oct 26, 2026 • 2 min read
Vermont officials raise concerns over ‘heated’ confrontations between voters, town clerks ahead of Election Day
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Oct 26, 2026 • 2 min read
Burlington mayor picks new chief of police
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Oct 26, 2026 • 2 min readSTATE SYMBOLS
Nickname Motto Bird Flower Tree State Animal
The Spirit and Symbols of Vermont
Symbols that represent Vermont
Green Mountain State
Green Mountain State is a widely used name for Vermont.
Freedom and Unity
Freedom and Unity is the state motto.
Hermit thrush
Hermit thrush is the state bird of Vermont.
Red clover
Red clover is the state flower of Vermont.
Sugar maple
Sugar maple represents Vermont among its official tree symbols.
Morgan horse
Morgan horse represents Vermont among its official animal symbols.
A State with Many Stories
Green Mountains, Lake Communities, and Village Life. Explore the communities, public lands, and local traditions that give Vermont its own sense of place.
PHOTO JOURNAL
VERMONT
Green Mountain StateExplore Vermont through photographs, state facts and useful public resources.
Our State. Our Stories.★
STATE RESOURCES
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Vermont Resources
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Government
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Schools
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Health Services
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Public Safety
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Emergency Preparedness
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State Parks
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Trails and Public Lands
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Utilities
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Libraries
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Courts
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Driver and Vehicle Services
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Transportation
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Postal Services
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Veterans
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Employment
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HELP DESK
Questions About Vermont
Answers and links for residents and travelers.
Montpelier is the state capital. Burlington is the largest city.
Vermont has 14 counties.
Mount Mansfield — 4,393 ft.
The official tourism guide provides destinations and trip-planning information.
Use the National Park Service’s Vermont directory and the parks resources above. Check current access and conditions with the managing agency.
Start with the official government directory and choose the agency for the service you need.
Consult Vermont official agency directory to find the correct service and current requirements.
See Vermont official agency directory for the relevant state resources, and use the National Weather Service for forecasts and alerts.
Use U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for official service and benefits information.
The population shown is the 2025 Census estimate, sourced through the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis FRED table. Land and water figures use 2025 Census geography.
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