Burlington, Vermont
The City of Burlington is located between the eastern shores of Lake Champlain and the Green Mountains in Chittenden County, Vermont. It is America’s smallest largest city, meaning that it is the region’s largest city despite having a manageable population of 44,000. Vermont’s Queen City has two major colleges (the University of Vermont and Champlain College), the state’s largest hospital, an international airport, and a vibrant downtown and marketplace that contains northwestern New England’s only concentrated restaurant-and-bar scene. Innovative businesses like Dealer.com, Beta Technologies, Seventh Generation, and Burton Snowboards call Burlington home. The city routinely finds itself on various “best of” lists.
From parks and public beaches to an award-winning bike path, Burlington is renowned for outdoor excellence. Summer brings cycling and sailing, winter brings world-class skiing, and Vermont’s autumn is unparalleled. With great schools, good jobs, and a welcoming community, Burlington and Chittenden County are the perfect place to set down roots. The Burlington Police Department has more than 150 years of pride and accomplishment, with a tremendous future ahead.
Nature's Playground
The Burlington Police Department sits beside Burlington’s Battery Park, overlooking beautiful Lake Champlain and the bike path, with views of the Green Mountains and the Adirondacks.
Discover your favorite outdoor activities - sailing, hiking, biking, fishing, skiing, boating, hunting - with quick access to Lake Champlain, ski resorts, mountain biking centers, rivers, watering holes, and hunting grounds.
Local Attractions
Enjoy an active night life, award winning restaurants, and sunset strolls in a vibrant small city hosting the University of Vermont, Champlain College, as well as nationally recognized UVM Medical Center.
The eco-minded city offers 100% renewable energy for its residents, and is home to the ECHO, Leahy Center research center for Lake Champlain. Burlington has also become a technology incubator with a commitment to the environment.
Family & Culture
Serving the City of Burlington is the Burlington School District, earning the city the title of #1 Place to Raise Kids by Today. Burlington is a diverse community with 20 languages and 52 dialects spoken in its school system alone.
A hub for music, art, craftspeople and start ups, enjoy top notch entertainment throughout the year, with the Discover Jazz Festival, Summer Concert Series, Farmer’s Market, the South End Art Hop, the Brewer’s Festival, the Wine and Food Festival and more,
Rankings for Burlington and VT
Top 15 of the Happiest Cities in the U.S.
~Wallet Hub, 2021
#1 State for America’s Great Places to Live
"No state offers better access to childcare, and the health care system is top notch. Add clean air, low crime and low stress, and you get America’s Top State to live in for 2022." ~ CNBC, 2022
Top 10 Best Downtowns
"Burlington is both a historic town and a college town, making it's downtown area an attractive mix of hip culture and old-time charm." ~ Attractions of America
Top 10 Most Beautiful Downtowns
"Overall, this is a great city for outdoor enthusiasts who want some art and culture along with their nature." ~ Trips to Discover, 2022