Median Age
35 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 23% of Residents
Under 20
20%
Over 65
13%
Winooski, VT Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,956
Population
7,944
Renter Mix
68% Rent
Amazing views and a riverfront setting
River
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Scenic
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Walkable
The city of Winooski is located on its namesake river, north of Burlington. This cozy community has many apartments, and the city has embraced smart, sustainable growth over the years. It’s full of diversity – and the short commute into Burlington allows residents to take advantage of growing career opportunities and fun nightlife.
Due to its relatively small size, there aren’t really any distinct neighborhoods. All the amenities are in walking distance of Winooski apartments, including grocery stores and markets, pharmacies, and bakeries. Public transportation – provided by Green Mountain Transit – makes it simple to commute for work or leisure.
Living in the downtown area of Winooski puts you smack-dab in the center of an eclectic mix of upscale restaurants, bars, and cafes. For such a small city, the diversity of dining is truly stunning! Sneakers Bistro, a popular brunch place downtown, has been brewing coffee and flipping pancakes for customers for over three decades!
In addition to great eateries, residents adore being close to Interstate 89, Saint Michael’s College, University of Vermont, and the international airport. Many well-landscaped parks and natural green spaces live here in Winooski. One that’s preferred for hiking? Gilbrook Nature Area.
Explore the City
Four Quarters Brewing in Downtown Winooski is a microbrewery with games and outdoor seating.
A person rides their bicycle along Winooski River Walk in Downtown Winooski.
Downtown Winooski has plenty of outdoor seating along the traffic rotary at the center of town.
Charming brick sidewalks and inviting patios welcome you to explore historic Downtown Winooski.
Downtown Winooski is a very walkable area with scenic views of the river and historic buildings.
A couple hangs out at a patio table for lunch at an Irish pub in Downtown Winooski.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$63,065
Average: $78,223
Education
3,856
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
4,731
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Winooski has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
68%
Non-Renters
32%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
39%
Other Education
61%
Rent Trends
As of September 2026, the average apartment rent in Winooski, VT is $1,810 for a studio, $1,956 for one bedroom, $2,443 for two bedrooms, and $2,690 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Winooski has increased by 3.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,956/month
801 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Winooski, VT is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
70
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
J. F. Kennedy Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
421 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
146 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
182 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Perkins Geology Museum
- Intervale Center
- Echo Lake Aquarium & Science Center
- Niquette Bay State Park
- Shelburne Farms
Commuter Rail
- Burlington
- Essex Junction-Burlington Amtrak Station
- Ferrisburgh
- St. Albans Amtrak Station
- Plattsburgh Amtrak Station
Military Bases
Airports
- Patrick Leahy Burlington International
- Plattsburgh International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.