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Washington vs Burlington
Washington and Burlington
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Assumed income $83,730, same in both cities. Example, until you change it.
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So you know: homicide deaths in Burlington are under the US rate in this release, 1.6 versus 6.5 per 100,000. CDC via County Health Rankings, CDC NVSS 2017–2023 (CHR 2025 release).
Why people look at Washington to Burlington
In 2022-2023, 64 households filed a move from Washington to Burlington (about 75 people, average adjusted gross income $86,250). 47 households went the other way. Source: IRS migration.
A one-bedroom asking rent is about $1,916 in Washington and $1,795 in Burlington. Washington has a state tax on wages. Burlington has a state tax on wages. Local pay in Burlington is 100% of the national level for the same work, against 124% in Washington.
Burlington averages 158 sunny days, with July highs around 79°F and January nights around 20°F. Washington is 203 sunny days, 89°F in July, 29°F in January. Commutes average 23 minutes in Burlington and 34 in Washington.
These figures are projections built from available public data. Conditions change, and the numbers may not reflect current prices, taxes, or immigration rules. Check official sources before you make decisions.
Who already made this move
In 2022-2023, 64 households moved Washington → Burlington (about 75 people, average AGI $86,250). 47 households went the other way.
Source: IRS SOI county-to-county migration. Not a moving company; not a recommendation.
The monthly number is take-home pay minus rent and the other bills. The gap between Washington and Burlington changes with the job, remote or local pay, and bedrooms. How we figure this.
What the move itself costs
About 558 road miles, 1 bedroom. Typical ranges, not quotes.
- Full-service mover
- $2,150–$4,050
- Container or pod
- $1,500–$2,800
- Rent a truck
- $700–$1,300
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Questions
Is Burlington cheaper than Washington after tax and rent?
Yes. Burlington leaves about $333 more a month, so the cost of living is lower there for this household. A one-bedroom is about $1,916 in Washington and $1,795 in Burlington.
Does Burlington have state income tax?
Burlington is in Vermont, which taxes wage income.
Did people actually move from Washington to Burlington?
Yes, when the IRS published that flow. The count and their average income are on this page. Leftover prices the same household in both cities.