1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Burlington, VT
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Burlington, Vermont as of July 2026. That's +22% lower than the citywide median of $1,990 and +11% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Burlington
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Burlington
Compare Burlington's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Vermont
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barre | $1,030 |
| 2 | Brattleboro | $1,090 |
| 3 | Colchester | $1,340 |
| 4 | Burlington (this page) | $1,550 |
| 5 | Winooski | $1,600 |
| 6 | South Burlington | $1,650 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Vermont
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Burlington | $1,650 |
| 2 | Winooski | $1,600 |
| 3 | Burlington (this page) | $1,550 |
| 4 | Colchester | $1,340 |
| 5 | Brattleboro | $1,090 |
| 6 | Barre | $1,030 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Burlington.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Burlington |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winooski, VT | 2.2 mi | $1,600 | +$50 (+3%) |
| South Burlington, VT | 3.3 mi | $1,650 | +$100 (+6%) |
| Colchester, VT | 4.8 mi | $1,340 | $-210 (-14%) |
| Barre, VT | 54.6 mi | $1,030 | $-520 (-34%) |
| Glens Falls, NY | 85.8 mi | $1,070 | $-480 (-31%) |
| Lebanon, NH | 89 mi | $1,550 | — |
| Claremont, NH | 98.2 mi | $1,020 | $-530 (-34%) |
| Saratoga Springs, NY | 103.5 mi | $1,630 | +$80 (+5%) |
| Ballston Spa, NY | 111.4 mi | $1,520 | $-30 (-2%) |
| Clifton Park, NY | 118.9 mi | $1,310 | $-240 (-15%) |
| Potsdam, NY | 119.1 mi | $870 | $-680 (-44%) |
| Brattleboro, VT | 119.2 mi | $1,090 | $-460 (-30%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Burlington — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Burlington?
As of July 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Burlington, Vermont is $1,550 per month. This is +22% below the citywide median of $1,990.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Burlington?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $62,000 ($5,167/month gross), which works out to roughly $29.81/hour at a full-time job.
Is Burlington expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Burlington's 1-bedroom median of $1,550 is +11% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 60th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Burlington rank for 1-bedroom rent in Vermont?
Among the 6 cities in Vermont with 1-bedroom data, Burlington ranks #4 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Burlington?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Colchester ($1,340), Barre ($1,030), Glens Falls ($1,070).