CPA in Vermont

Requirements, salary data, licensing costs, and career ROI for VT. Updated with 2024 BLS OEWS wage data.

Median annual salary

$76,990

trending_down -5.7% vs. national

BLS OEWS 2024, Vermont.

engineering

2,770

Jobs (VT)

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+4.6%

10-yr job growth

payments

$1,200

Est. total cost

schedule

1-3 years post-bachelor's degree

Time to complete

route How to become a cpa in Vermont

To become a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) in Vermont, candidates must meet specific education, examination, and experience requirements through the Vermont Board of Public Accountancy. This includes holding a bachelor's degree with 150 semester hours of education, passing the Uniform CPA Examination, and completing 2080 hours of supervised accounting experience. Additionally, candidates must pass an ethics exam. Vermont offers reciprocity for licensed CPAs from substantially equivalent jurisdictions.

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10th percentile (entry) $56,460

25th percentile $63,510

50th (median) $76,990

75th percentile $97,100

90th (experienced) $121,360

Source: BLS OEWS 2024 for Vermont. Metro-area wages may differ significantly from the state aggregate.

checklist Vermont requirements

Licensing body	Vermont Board of Public Accountancy
State license	Required
Education	Bachelor's degree with 150 semester hours
Experience	2,080.0 hours
Exam	Uniform CPA Examination ($1,423)
Application fee	$115
Renewal	Every 2.0 years
Continuing education	80.0 hours per cycle
Notes	Minimum age: None. Requires a Social Security Number. Must pass an ethics exam (8 hours of professional ethics training, including AICPA Code of Conduct or Vermont accountancy statutes and rules).

Source: Vermont Board of Public Accountancy

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10-year growth

+4.6%

Faster than average

Annual openings

124,200

Nationwide per year

Total employment

1,579,800

Nationwide

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AI & tech impact

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balance Is it worth it?

Rough payback period

0 months

~$1,200 investment ÷ $76,990 median salary

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Frequently asked questions

What are the steps to becoming a cpa in Vermont? expand_more

The path to cpa licensure in Vermont: complete the required education (Bachelor's degree with 150 semester hours), gain 2,080.0 hours of supervised experience, pass the Uniform CPA Examination, and submit your application ($115 fee).

Does Vermont require cpa licensure? expand_more

A state license is required in Vermont. Vermont Board of Public Accountancy handles cpa licensing — the Uniform CPA Examination is part of the process.

What do cpas earn in Vermont? expand_more

In Vermont, the median pay for cpas comes to $76,990/year. That's 6% below the national median of $81,680. New cpas start around $56,460; seasoned professionals can reach $121,360.

How much does it cost to become a cpa in Vermont? expand_more

The full cost to enter the field runs about $1,200, factoring in exam fee ($1,423) and application fee ($115) and required training.

How quickly can I become a cpa in Vermont? expand_more

Expect to spend 1-3 years post-bachelor's degree from start to finish in Vermont — covering coursework, supervised experience, and examination.

What's required to renew a cpa license in Vermont? expand_more

License renewal in Vermont requires completing 80.0 hours of continuing education on a 2.0-year cycle.