5 cities tracked | Avg BoomScore: 49 | Population: 109,588
| # | City | Score | Pop Growth | Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Burlington | 52 | +1.74% | Emerging |
| 2 | Rutland | 49 | +2.02% | Emerging |
| 3 | Burlington | 48 | +0.35% | Emerging |
| 4 | Bennington | 48 | +0.35% | Emerging |
| 5 | Essex Junction | 47 | +2.4% | Emerging |
25 cities with the highest growth scores for 2026-2027. Data-backed, updated quarterly.