Menu

Making Vehicle Services Easier To Find

The Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles (VT DMV) is a state agency responsible for a wide range of motor vehicle services. It issues driver's licenses, vehicle registrations, and titles and oversees the state enforcement of motor vehicle laws and regulations. Additionally, the VT DMV provides information on vehicle inspections, car dealers, and motor vehicle laws.

Vermont Vehicle Statistics

In 2023, Vermont had 514,883 registered vehicles, including 10,022 plug-in electric vehicles (EVs). In January 2024, EV numbers rose to 12,754, with 5,416 plug-in hybrids. Chittenden County led in EV registrations, with 3,604 EVs, or approximately 1 EV per 47 people.

Vermont in 2023 experienced 69 car crash fatalities, tying with 2018 and 2013 for the third-highest annual total. Drug and/or alcohol involvement in these fatalities rose to 65% in 2023. Additionally, Vermont had the highest rate of unbelted deaths in the U.S., fluctuating between 49% and 62% since 2019.

As of June 2024, Vermont has recorded 23 road fatalities, slightly above the 10-year average of 20 and down from 28 at the same time in the previous year.

In 2023, plug-in EVs accounted for 10% of vehicle sales in Vermont, marking a 34% increase from 2022. The top-selling vehicles were traditional internal combustion engine models like the Ford F-150, Toyota RAV4, and Chevrolet Silverado 1500, contributing to Vermont's total vehicle sales of $3.5 billion that year.

For insurance rates in Vermont, the average annual cost for full coverage car insurance is $1,061, while minimum coverage only costs $238. The state's low population density, reduced car theft, and rural setting contribute to this lower car insurance.

Number of Vehicles
514,883
Vermont had 10,022 plug-in EVs among 514,883 registered vehicles in 2023. In January 2024, the number of EVs rose to 12,754, including 5,416 plug-in hybrids.
Number of Accidents
69
In 2023, Vermont had 69 car crash fatalities, the third highest since 2013, with 65% involving drugs or alcohol. By June 2024, fatalities reached 23, slightly above the 10-year average.
Total Vehicle Sales
34%
In 2023, Plug-in EVs made up 10% of vehicle sales in Vermont, a 34% increase from 2022. The top sellers were the Ford F-Series, Toyota RAV4, and Chevrolet Silverado 1500.
Average Insurance Cost
$1,061
Vermont's minimum car insurance is $238, while full coverage costs $1,061 annually. Premiums are lower due to low population density, reduced car theft, and rural settings.