Vermont Federal Spending
Federal obligations data for all 14 counties — FY2024 from USASpending.gov
Avg Per-Capita Spending
$9,245
Avg Total Per County
$455M
Counties with Data
14 of 14
Highest Federal Spending
By total obligations — FY2024
Highest Per-Capita Spending
By spending per resident — FY2024
All Vermont Counties
| County | Total Spending | Per Resident | Contracts | Grants |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chittenden County | $1.9B | $11,032 | $633M | $291M |
| Washington County | $1.1B | $17,781 | $24M | $569M |
| Windsor County | $571M | $9,842 | $40M | $104M |
| Rutland County | $494M | $8,162 | $11M | $35M |
| Orange County | $375M | $12,687 | $134M | $35M |
| Windham County | $356M | $7,744 | $2M | $48M |
| Addison County | $315M | $8,394 | $59M | $18M |
| Bennington County | $309M | $8,274 | $2M | $42M |
| Franklin County | $305M | $6,060 | $3M | $28M |
| Caledonia County | $225M | $7,408 | $3M | $23M |
| Orleans County | $217M | $7,908 | $4M | $19M |
| Lamoille County | $159M | $6,118 | $451,726 | $18M |
| Grand Isle County | $66M | $8,865 | $2M | $5M |
| Essex County | $55M | $9,153 | $1M | $4M |
Frequently Asked Questions About Federal Spending in Vermont
Which county in Vermont receives the most federal funding?
Chittenden County receives the most total federal funding among Vermont counties with $1.9B in FY2024 obligations.
What is the average per-capita federal spending in Vermont?
The average per-capita federal spending across Vermont counties is $9,245, which is 2% below the national average of $9,394.
Does Vermont receive more or less federal money than the national average?
Vermont counties average $9,245 in per-capita federal spending, placing the state below the national average of $9,394 per resident.
What types of federal spending flow into Vermont counties?
Federal spending in Vermont counties includes contracts (for goods and services purchased by federal agencies), grants (federal awards to local governments, nonprofits, and institutions), and other direct obligations. The breakdown varies significantly by county based on military presence, research institutions, and local government programs.
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Data: USASpending.gov — Federal Spending Data (FY2024) — Informational only. Not financial or legal advice.