How much does it cost to rent in Winooski, VT?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Winooski, VT is $2,069. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Winooski cheaper than other Vermont cities?

Winooski is one of the pricier cities in Vermont, ranking #3 out of 7 cities tracked at $2,069/mo.

When was Winooski rent data last updated?

Winooski rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Winooski

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Pop. 8,293·3rd most expensive in Vermont·Rental market data updated monthly for Winooski, VT

Median rent (all units)

$2,069/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

+1.4%

vs US Median

+$104

Rising (Monthly)

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Winooski · $2,069

More expensive than 63% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

31% of income

MODERATE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,069/mo, rent takes about 31% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$83,000/yr

Local median income

$79,522/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Winooski's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,500

1 BR

$1,600

2 BR

$2,100

3 BR

$2,700

4 BR+

$2,780

Research median

$2,100/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$24,828/yr

At $2,069/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (0.1% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.1% YoY, +1.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Winooski, VT is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, 59.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

8,293

Median income

$79,522

Median age

33.3

Renters

64.8%

Age distribution

13.5%

41%

26.2%

Under 1813.5%

18–3441%

35–5426.2%

55–648.4%

65+10.9%

Gender

55.2%

44.8%

Male55.2%

Female44.8%

Race & ethnicity

77.4%

12.8%

White77.4%

Black3.2%

Hispanic2.5%

Asian12.8%

Other4.1%

Education (25+)

12.9%

18.8%

59.1%

No HS diploma9.2%

HS diploma12.9%

Some college18.8%

Bachelor's+59.1%

Housing tenure

35.2%

64.8%

Owner35.2%

Renter64.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Winooski, VT has changed in 5 years

Income

$61,033 → $79,522

up 30.3%

Population

8,015 → 8,293

up 3.5%

Renter share

66.7% → 64.8%

-1.9 pts

Bachelor's+

52.1% → 59.1%

+7.0 pts

Median age

32.2 → 33.3

+1.1 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $61,033 in 2021 to $79,522 more recently. Census counts show Winooski, VT adding about 278 residents over the five-year window, up 3.5% on net. The renter share has eased from 66.7% to 64.8%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 52.1% to 59.1% across the same window.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Winooski on your salary?

At $2,069/mo, how Winooski rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $91,646/yr · Rent = 27.1% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $65,068/yr · Rent = 38.2% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $74,952/yr · Rent = 33.1% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $133,967/yr · Rent = 18.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $171,176/yr · Rent = 14.5% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $60,926/yr · Rent = 40.8% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $55,009/yr · Rent = 45.1% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $67,803/yr · Rent = 36.6% income

stretched

By apartment size

Winooski rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Winooski. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

Tips for renters in Winooski

About renting in Winooski, VT

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Winooski is $2,069/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,500/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,100/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,600/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,700/mo.

At 31% of local median household income ($79,522/yr), Winooski ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 0.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Winooski an affordable city for renters?

Winooski is considered moderate for renters. At $2,069/mo, rent takes approximately 31% of the local median household income ($79,522/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Winooski slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Winooski?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $83,000/year (~$40/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,069/mo in Winooski. The local median household income is $79,522/yr, meaning the typical Winooski household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Winooski?

Rent in Winooski has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.1% change year over year as of July 2026.

How does Winooski rent compare to other cities in Vermont?

Winooski is one of the pricier cities in Vermont for rent, ranking #3 out of 7 tracked cities at $2,069/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Winooski?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Winooski ($2,069/mo): Barre ($1,483/mo), Burlington ($1,990/mo).

What percentage of Winooski residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 64.8% of Winooski households are renters, while 35.2% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Winooski has a strong rental market.