Burlington Minimum Wage 2026 (VT)
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Burlington, VT · Minimum Wage 2026
Follows the Vermont state rate
Burlington Minimum Wage vs. Vermont
| Jurisdiction | Minimum Wage | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Burlington | $14.42/hr | — |
| Vermont (state rate) | $14.42/hr | Same as state rate |
Does Burlington Have Its Own Minimum Wage?
A city or county minimum wage ordinance sets a higher local wage floor than the state minimum, and employers within that jurisdiction must pay the higher local rate.
No. Burlington does not have its own minimum wage ordinance . Employers in Burlington must pay at least the Vermont state minimum wage of $14.42/hr. Follows the Vermont state rate; Burlington's Livable Wage Ordinance applies only to city employees and contractors, not general private employment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The minimum wage in Burlington is $14.42 per hour, the same as the Vermont state minimum wage, since Burlington does not set its own local rate.
No. Burlington follows the Vermont state minimum wage of $14.42/hr rather than setting its own rate.
Burlington follows the same $14.42/hr rate as the rest of Vermont. There is no separate, higher local minimum wage in Burlington.