Vermont’s
Best
Cities for Sleep
2020
The Green Mountain State has the second smallest population of any state in the country. Vermont was home to indigenous people for thousands of years before the French and British battled over the land. Montpelier has the fewest residents of any state capital in the country. Vermont is known for its skiing, hiking, and wide variety of wildlife, including 15,000 species of insects and 89 species of fish.
Things to know about Vermont:
- Vermont has more dairy cows than any other state
- The heaviest snowfall in a single season in the US was recorded in Vermont in the winter of 1970/1971. 26.5 feet!
- Montpelier produces more maple syrup than any other city in the country
- The first rope tow for skiers was constructed in Woodstock, Vermont and was run by an engine from a Model T
- The name Vermont comes from the French words “vert” and “mont,” meaning green mountains
Vermonters enjoy plenty of space and leafy landscapes, but how do they rate when it comes to slumber? Do rural residents take the top spots on our list or do the urban folks win out? Let’s take a look at the best cities for sleep in Vermont and find out.
The percentage of adults who report insufficient sleep each year. Insufficient sleep increases the chance of weight gain, cognitive problems, and cardiovascular disease
The percentage of adults who report a BMI — or body mass index — above 30%. Higher body mass usually equals a greater risk of sleep apnea
The percentage of adults who report excessive drinking. Heavy drinking is linked to disrupted sleep and less REM sleep
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Shelburne, VT
7,775
270
100,705
3.5
200
3.3
230
3.3
120
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Williston, VT
9,870 270 81,540 3.5 200 3.3 230 3.3 120 2.28 120 23
Essex, VT
21,911 270 76,677 3.5 200 3.3 230 3.3 120 2.28 120 23
Milton, VT
10,984 270 73,854 3.5 200 3.3 230 3.3 120 2.28 120 23
Colchester, VT
17,499 270 68,021 3.5 200 3.3 230 3.3 120 2.28 120 23
South Burlington, VT
19,486 270 66,197 3.5 200 3.3 230 3.3 120 2.28 120 23
Essex Junction, VT
10,929 270 63,948 3.5 200 3.3 230 3.3 120 2.28 120 23
Northfield, VT
6,015 270 67,750 3.9 230 3.2 220 3.2 150 2.14 110 30
Waterbury, VT
5,151 270 65,750 3.9 230 3.2 220 3.2 150 2.14 110 30
Montpelier, VT
7,436 270 60,793 3.9 230 3.2 220 3.2 150 2.14 110 30
Burlington, VT
42,899 270 47,140 3.5 200 3.3 230 3.3 120 2.28 120 23
Winooski, VT
7,337 270 45,590 3.5 200 3.3 230 3.3 120 2.28 120 23
Middlebury, VT
8,744 290 53,250 3.8 240 3.4 210 3.4 130 2.42 100 28
Hartford, VT
9,684 300 62,170 4.2 270 3.4 210 3.4 140 2.77 110 26
Morristown, VT
5,438 270 47,400 4 250 3.2 210 3.2 160 1.89 120 40
Brattleboro, VT
11,471 270 44,359 4.1 240 3.5 220 3.5 140 2.87 130 31
Rockingham, VT
5,034 270 42,596 4.1 240 3.5 220 3.5 140 2.87 130 31
Barre, VT
8,605 270 35,225 3.9 230 3.2 220 3.2 150 2.14 110 30
Bennington, VT
15,002 300 46,337 4 280 3.6 200 3.6 170 2.7 120 36
Springfield, VT
8,950 300 41,906 4.2 270 3.4 210 3.4 140 2.77 110 26
St. Albans, VT
6,813 350 50,247 3.9 310 3.3 190 3.3 170 2.24 110 31
Lyndon, VT
5,871 290 41,464 4 310 3.9 190 3.9 180 2.07 120 37
St. Johnsbury, VT
7,204 290 39,806 4 310 3.9 190 3.9 180 2.07 120 37
Rutland, VT
15,325 310 42,861 4.2 310 3.5 210 3.5 180 3.01 120 35How Did We Determine the Best Cities for Sleep?
Sleep is impacted by important behavioral, environmental, and lifestyle factors. We compiled our list of Best Cities for Sleep by looking at 10 key metrics backed by scientific research. Keep reading to find out which metrics we chose and how they affect slumber.
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