Hourly to Salary for Vermont (2026)
Vermont (VT) Key Facts
Minimum Wage
$14.01/hr
Minimum Annual Salary (at 40 hrs/wk)
$29,141
Median Hourly Rate
$31.25/hr
Median Household Income
$65,000
State Income Tax Rate
8.75%
How This Calculator Works in Vermont
This calculator converts an hourly wage to its annual, monthly, biweekly, and weekly salary equivalents for workers in Vermont. Enter your hourly rate and work schedule to see the breakdown. It uses the standard 2,080-hour work year by default and can be adjusted for different weekly hours or weeks per year to match your actual schedule.
Vermont Overview
Vermont's minimum wage is $14.01/hr per hour — Vermont's minimum wage of $14.01/hr is adjusted annually for inflation. The state has a strong tradition of supporting living wage policies. The median hourly wage in Vermont is approximately $31.25/hr, and the median household income is $65,000. Vermont's inflation-indexed minimum wage ensures it keeps pace with rising costs without requiring legislative action each year.
How Vermont Compares
Vermont's minimum wage of $14.01 is higher than neighboring New Hampshire's $7.25. The median hourly rate of $31.25 is below New Hampshire's $39.90. States with higher minimum wages generally have higher costs of living — Vermont's cost of living index is 114 compared to the national average of 100.
| State | Top Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | $7.25/hr min wage | New Hampshire has a minimum wage of $7.25, a median hourly rate of approximately $39.90, and no state income tax. |
| Massachusetts | $15.00/hr min wage | Massachusetts has a minimum wage of $15.00, a median hourly rate of approximately $42.79, and a state income tax rate up to 5%. |
| New York | $15.50/hr min wage | New York has a minimum wage of $15.50, a median hourly rate of approximately $34.62, and a state income tax rate up to 10.9%. |
The federal minimum wage is $7.25 per hour, which translates to $15,080 annually at full time. Vermont's minimum wage of $14.01 yields an annual salary of $29,141. The median hourly wage in Vermont is approximately $31.25, which is above the national median of roughly $26.44 per hour.
Tips for Vermont Residents
- 1Vermont's inflation-indexed $14.01/hr minimum wage reflects the state's commitment to living wages, though Burlington and ski areas drive costs well above rural Vermont. Use the state minimum as a baseline when evaluating hourly job offers in Vermont.
- 2The standard conversion assumes 2,080 working hours per year (40 hours/week times 52 weeks). Adjust for unpaid time off if your employer does not offer paid vacation.
- 3Vermont has a state income tax with a top rate of 8.75%. Factor in both state and federal taxes when estimating take-home pay from your hourly rate.
- 4If you regularly work overtime in Vermont, your effective annual salary will be higher than the standard 40-hour calculation. Use the overtime calculator for a more precise estimate.
- 5When comparing hourly pay to a salaried offer, add the value of benefits like health insurance, retirement contributions, and paid time off — these typically represent 20-30% of additional compensation value.