Vergennes Vermont Map

About Vergennes, Vermont

Vergennes is a locality in Addison County, Vermont, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,565. The population density is 404.2 people per km². Vergennes is located at 44.1673°N, 73.2540°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone.

Vergennes, Vermont, rests at the confluence of the Otter Creek and Lake Champlain, a place where the land gently slopes towards the water, its character shaped by the ebb and flow of the nearby lake. It lies 21.4 miles south of Burlington, VT (from Burlington, VT: bearing 186°T), and is situated 9.0 miles west-north-west of Bristol. The town itself is a collection of sturdy brick buildings, their facades softened by time and the verdant embrace of New England’s seasons. A quiet dignity pervades the streets, a sense of established presence rather than hurried ambition. The air, especially in the early mornings, carries a crispness, a hint of the coming day's work and the lingering coolness of the lake. Even the sunlight seems to possess a certain clarity here, illuminating the broad avenues and the smaller, more intimate lanes with an unvarnished honesty. The history of Vergennes is inextricably linked to its strategic position, once a vital shipbuilding center and a key defensive point during the War of 1812. This legacy is still felt in the echoes of its past, a quiet hum beneath the surface of everyday life. Today, Vergennes thrives on a blend of small-scale manufacturing and the enduring agricultural roots of Addison County, with dairy farms and orchards dotting the surrounding countryside, their bounty often finding its way to local markets. The historic downtown, with its charming shops and community gathering spaces, serves as the heart of the locality, a place where traditions are maintained and new stories are quietly begun. The proximity to Lake Champlain means that the water’s influence is a constant presence, shaping the local economy through recreational tourism and providing a backdrop of serene beauty that colors the daily lives of its residents.

About This Vergennes Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Vergennes, Vermont — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 44.167277, -73.254011. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Vergennes and Addison County.

Detailed location data for Vergennes includes the ZIP code (05491), telephone area code (802), county seat of Addison County (Middlebury), and school district assignment (Addison Northwest Unified School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Vergennes is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.