Winooski, Winooski VT — neighborhood review

Winooski, VT

Winooski · Chittenden County · VT 05404

Updated August 3, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$382K

Median Price

67/100

Walk Score

7.8/10

Schools

10 min

to Burlington Downtown

Score Breakdown

CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
78/100
CQuietness
60/100
ACommute
100/100
C+Walkability
67/100
WYLT Score71/100

Our Take

Winooski offers a tight-knit feel and decent schools, but its high housing costs and limited public transit make it tough for many. It’s a reasonable choice for those who can afford it and want proximity to Burlington, but others might find better value elsewhere.

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The Good

  • Close to Burlington and the waterfront
  • Reasonable home prices compared to larger cities
  • Good mix of owner-occupied and rental units
  • Average school ratings above county average

Real Talk

  • !Median home price exceeds median income by a wide margin
  • !Public transit options are limited, mostly bus with slow service
  • !Nightlife and dining are modest; not a big urban center
  • !Winter weather can be harsh and drive up heating costs
  • $High property taxes typical for Vermont
  • $Insurance premiums can rise for older homes
  • $Maintenance costs due to aging infrastructure

Best For

Families looking for a small-town feelYoung professionals who commute to BurlingtonRetirees seeking a quieter communityStudents near university areas

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Winooski, VT

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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