Dialysis Technician Salary in Vermont: $53,092 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Vermont's 9 metropolitan areas, the average median dialysis technician pay sits at $53,092/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-2099. Because Vermont sits at BEA RPP 103.5 (4% above the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $51,297 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: South Burlington ($54,351), Burlington ($54,076), Bennington ($38,624).
In 2026, dialysis technicians in Vermont are projected to earn an average median salary of $53,092, which is significantly higher than the national median of $45,322, reflecting a difference of 17.1%. The salary range varies notably across the state, with South Burlington offering the highest average salary at $55,661, while Montpelier has the lowest at $38,018, creating a salary gap of $17,643. This disparity may arise from factors such as the cost of living, local demand for healthcare services, and the concentration of renal treatment facilities. Vermont's state licensing requirements and scope of practice laws ensure that technicians meet specific standards, contributing to a well-regulated workforce. The projected annual growth rate for this field is 2.41%, indicating steady job market strength and positive outlooks for future employment opportunities. Among the top cities for employment, Burlington follows South Burlington closely with an average salary of $55,379. Other key cities include Bennington at $39,555, Brattleboro at $39,107, and Essex Junction at $39,023. With a total of 260 dialysis technicians employed in the state, the demand for skilled professionals in this sector remains consistent, aligning with the overall healthcare growth trends in Vermont.
Vermont Dialysis Technician Salary Range
Overall salary range in Vermont: $30,257 (lowest entry-level) to $86,274 (highest top earner)
Vermont vs National Average
Vermont dialysis technicians earn 17.14% more than the national median (+$7,770/year difference).
Vermont Dialysis Technician Salary Distribution (2026)
Dialysis Technician salaries in Vermont range from $35,714 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $69,628 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $53,092. The Vermont median is $7,770 above the US national median of $45,322. The average hourly rate is $25.53/hr. Approximately 260 dialysis technicians are employed across 9 cities.
2021 BLS Actual
$37,160
2025 BLS Actual
$51,843
2026 Current Est.
$53,092
2021–2027 Growth
+46.3%
Salary Trajectory for Dialysis Technicians in Vermont (2021–2027)
2021–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 2.41% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $37,160 | Actual |
| 2022 | $65,820 | Actual |
| 2023 | $45,910 | Actual |
| 2024 | $42,857 | Actual |
| 2025 | $51,843 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $53,092 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $54,372 | Projected |
Based on 5 years of BLS OEWS data for the Vermont metropolitan area, the median dialysis technician salary grew 39.5% from $37,160 (2021) to $51,843 (2025). At a 2.41% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $54,372 by 2027 — a total increase of $17,212 (46.32%) from 2021.
Note: Historical values (2021–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Vermont metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 2.41% CAGR derived from 5-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Vermont
Lowest Paying Cities in Vermont
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Montpelier | $38,018 |
| Colchester | $38,210 |
| Rutland | $38,254 |
| Barre | $38,971 |
| Essex Junction | $39,023 |
Best Value Cities for Dialysis Technicians in Vermont
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Vermont cities offer the most purchasing power for dialysis technicians.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington | $55,379 | 100.949 | $54,858 |
| South Burlington | $55,661 | 103.5 | $53,779 |
| Bennington | $39,555 | 103.5 | $38,217 |
| Brattleboro | $39,107 | 103.5 | $37,785 |
| Essex Junction | $39,023 | 103.5 | $37,703 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Vermont
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $35,714 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $53,092 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $69,628 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Vermont metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 9 Cities in Vermont
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Burlington | $55,661 |
| 2 | Burlington | $55,379 |
| 3 | Bennington | $39,555 |
| 4 | Brattleboro | $39,107 |
| 5 | Essex Junction | $39,023 |
| 6 | Barre | $38,971 |
| 7 | Rutland | $38,254 |
| 8 | Colchester | $38,210 |
| 9 | Montpelier | $38,018 |
More Vermont Salary Data
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Written by Jessica Tran, CCRN
Career Analyst
Jessica has over 10 years as a dialysis technician. She specializes in chronic kidney disease management. She works at a community hospital.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 2.41% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 dialysis technician compensation across Vermont. State averages are employment-weighted across 9 metro areas — larger metro areas with more dialysis technicianscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 5-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.41%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for dialysis technicians (SOC 29-2099).
Compiled and verified by Jessica Tran, CCRN, a licensed dialysis technician with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov