Vermont's commercial transportation sector: Dairy/agriculture transport, winter operations, Canada border. 6,000+ heavy truck drivers serve the state.
6,000+
CDL Drivers
$8B
Freight Value
1.5%
Growth Rate
2%
Hispanic Workforce
| City | Drivers | Growth | Industry Focus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington | 2,500+ | 2.0%/yr | Canada border, distribution |
| Rutland | 1,500+ | 1.5%/yr | Marble/granite, agriculture |
| Montpelier | 1,000+ | 1.2%/yr | State capital, maple syrup |
Average costs by metro area and program type
| Metro | Private School | Community College | Sponsored |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington | $3,000-$6,500 | $1,200-$3,500 | $0 (2-yr contract) |
| Rutland | $2,500-$5,500 | $1,000-$3,000 | $0 (2-yr contract) |
Vermont Department of Labor provides WIOA funding for CDL training.
Vermont veterans with VA-approved CDL programs.
State-funded employer training grants.
Administered by Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)
Extreme winter conditions. Vermont mountains require advanced winter driving skills
Canada cross-border trade at multiple Vermont entry points
Dairy farm-to-processor transport requires specialized food safety training
Narrow mountain roads with weight and height restrictions
6,000+ drivers. 1.5% annual growth. Zero upfront investment.
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