Police Radio Encryption in Vermont
Vermont has an encryption rate of 12%. Out of 49 tracked public safety agencies, 3 are fully encrypted, 6 are partially encrypted, and 40 broadcast in the clear.
Agencies by Type
Encrypted & Partially Encrypted Agencies in Vermont
- Northfield (Washington County) — Encrypted
- Richmond (Chittenden County) — Encrypted
- UVM Medical Center (Chittenden County) — Encrypted
- Berlin (Washington County) — Partial
- Chelsea (Orange County) — Partial
- Milton (Chittenden County) — Partial
- Orange County (Orange County) — Partial
- Saint Albans (Franklin County) — Partial
- West Rutland (Rutland County) — Partial
County Breakdown
12 counties tracked across Vermont. 5 have at least one encrypted or partially encrypted agency.
View all 12 counties
| County | Agencies | Encrypted | Partial | Clear | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orange County | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 33% |
| Chittenden County | 10 | 2 | 1 | 7 | 25% |
| Washington County | 8 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 19% |
| Franklin County | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 17% |
| Rutland County | 6 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 8% |
| Addison County | 5 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0% |
| Windham County | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| Windsor County | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0% |
| Bennington County | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Lamoille County | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0% |
| Caledonia County | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
| Orleans County | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0% |
What This Means for Vermont Residents
Vermont has a relatively low encryption rate of 12%. The majority of public safety agencies (40 out of 49) still broadcast in the clear, meaning scanner listeners and journalists retain access to most emergency radio traffic.
Encryption status can change at any time as agencies upgrade equipment or adopt new policies. The RTDNA considers police radio encryption the #1 threat to journalism in America. Use our search tool to check specific cities and counties in Vermont.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is police radio encrypted in Vermont?
In Vermont, 3 out of 49 tracked public safety agencies use fully encrypted radio, and 6 use partial encryption. The overall encryption rate is 12%. Use the search tool on the homepage to check specific cities and counties.
Can I listen to police scanners in Vermont?
Yes — 40 agencies in Vermont still broadcast in the clear and can be monitored with a scanner. Check specific agencies using our search tool for detailed channel information.
How often is Vermont data updated?
Data for Vermont is synchronized weekly from RadioReference.com. Encryption status reflects the latest known radio configurations, though agencies can change their setup without notice. Report incorrect data.
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States with Similar Encryption Rates
New Jersey (12%) · New York (12%) · Wisconsin (12%) · Minnesota (12%) · Hawaii (11%)
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