Best Counties for Families in Vermont 2026
14 counties ranked with the Family lens of the County Fit Score.
All 14 Family-Ranked Counties in Vermont
| Rank | County | County Fit Score | baseline CountyScore | Delta |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grand Isle County, VT | 70.9 | 59 | +11.9 |
| 2 | Addison County, VT | 61.4 | 53.8 | +7.6 |
| 3 | Orange County, VT | 60.5 | 53.3 | +7.2 |
| 4 | Essex County, VT | 58.3 | 55.7 | +2.6 |
| 5 | Lamoille County, VT | 56.1 | 47.7 | +8.4 |
| 6 | Franklin County, VT | 49.4 | 44 | +5.4 |
| 7 | Washington County, VT | 48.9 | 41.7 | +7.2 |
| 8 | Windsor County, VT | 48.7 | 42.5 | +6.2 |
| 9 | Orleans County, VT | 46.4 | 43 | +3.4 |
| 10 | Caledonia County, VT | 46 | 41.9 | +4.1 |
| 11 | Chittenden County, VT | 42.5 | 36.9 | +5.6 |
| 12 | Rutland County, VT | 40.5 | 36.3 | +4.2 |
| 13 | Windham County, VT | 38.8 | 35 | +3.8 |
| 14 | Bennington County, VT | 34 | 33.9 | +0.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best county for families in Vermont?
Based on the Family lens, Grand Isle County ranks as the top family county in Vermont with a County Fit Score of 70.9. The baseline CountyScore remains visible for context.
How many counties in Vermont are ranked for families?
We rank 14 counties in Vermont with the Family lens, using independent importance values for schools, safety, affordability, health, income, taxes, and disaster risk.
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Data: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, FBI UCR, CDC, FEMA NRI, NCES, EPA SDWIS, 2019-2023 ACS — Informational only. Not financial or legal advice.