2026 Rankings

Safest ZIP Codes for Gas & CO Risk in Vermont — 2026

Last updated: June 4, 2026

312 ZIP codes ranked by Gas Risk Score #1: ZIP 05001 (White River Junction, VT) — 0/100
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Out of 312 ZIP codes with data in Vermont, these are the lowest-ranked areas for gas risk score. See also: National Safest ZIP Codes for Gas & CO Risk | All Vermont Rankings

Statistic Value
ZIP codes ranked 312
Lowest value 0/100
Median value 0/100
State Vermont

100 Lowest-Ranked ZIP Codes

Rank ZIP Code City State Gas Risk Score Safety Score
1 05001 White River Junction VT 0/100 74/100
2 05009 White River Junction VT 0/100 78/100
3 05030 Ascutney VT 0/100 82/100
4 05031 Barnard VT 0/100 83/100
5 05032 Bethel VT 0/100 78/100
6 05033 Bradford VT 0/100 69/100
7 05034 Bridgewater VT 0/100 79/100
8 05035 Bridgewater Corners VT 0/100 55/100
9 05036 Brookfield VT 0/100 53/100
10 05037 Brownsville VT 0/100 83/100
11 05038 Chelsea VT 0/100 77/100
12 05039 Corinth VT 0/100 63/100
13 05040 East Corinth VT 0/100 63/100
14 05041 East Randolph VT 0/100 63/100
15 05042 East Ryegate VT 0/100 53/100
16 05043 East Thetford VT 0/100 78/100
17 05045 Fairlee VT 0/100 72/100
18 05046 Groton VT 0/100 55/100
19 05047 Hartford VT 0/100 79/100
20 05048 Hartland VT 0/100 79/100
21 05049 Hartland Four Corners VT 0/100 53/100
22 05050 Mc Indoe Falls VT 0/100 63/100
23 05051 Newbury VT 0/100 83/100
24 05052 North Hartland VT 0/100 80/100
25 05053 North Pomfret VT 0/100 53/100
26 05054 North Thetford VT 0/100 63/100
27 05055 Norwich VT 0/100 83/100
28 05056 Plymouth VT 0/100 51/100
29 05058 Post Mills VT 0/100 53/100
30 05059 Quechee VT 0/100 63/100
31 05060 Randolph VT 0/100 79/100
32 05061 Randolph Center VT 0/100 82/100
33 05062 Reading VT 0/100 63/100
34 05065 Sharon VT 0/100 63/100
35 05067 South Pomfret VT 0/100 53/100
36 05068 South Royalton VT 0/100 73/100
37 05069 South Ryegate VT 0/100 55/100
38 05070 South Strafford VT 0/100 53/100
39 05071 South Woodstock VT 0/100 63/100
40 05072 Strafford VT 0/100 63/100
41 05073 Taftsville VT 0/100 63/100
42 05074 Thetford VT 0/100 77/100
43 05075 Thetford Center VT 0/100 63/100
44 05076 Topsham VT 0/100 53/100
45 05077 Tunbridge VT 0/100 63/100
46 05079 Vershire VT 0/100 63/100
47 05081 Wells River VT 0/100 70/100
48 05083 West Fairlee VT 0/100 83/100
49 05084 West Hartford VT 0/100 83/100
50 05085 West Newbury VT 0/100 53/100
51 05086 West Topsham VT 0/100 63/100
52 05088 Wilder VT 0/100 83/100
53 05089 Windsor VT 0/100 75/100
54 05091 Woodstock VT 0/100 68/100
55 05101 Bellows Falls VT 0/100 83/100
56 05141 Cambridgeport VT 0/100 53/100
57 05142 Cavendish VT 0/100 77/100
58 05143 Chester VT 0/100 69/100
59 05144 Windsor County VT 0/100 —
60 05146 Grafton VT 0/100 55/100
61 05148 Londonderry VT 0/100 73/100
62 05149 Ludlow VT 0/100 63/100
63 05150 North Springfield VT 0/100 63/100
64 05151 Perkinsville VT 0/100 63/100
65 05152 Peru VT 0/100 75/100
66 05153 Proctorsville VT 0/100 55/100
67 05154 Saxtons River VT 0/100 80/100
68 05155 South Londonderry VT 0/100 75/100
69 05156 Springfield VT 0/100 83/100
70 05158 Westminster VT 0/100 74/100
71 05159 Westminster Station VT 0/100 53/100
72 05161 Weston VT 0/100 55/100
73 05201 Bennington VT 0/100 55/100
74 05250 Arlington VT 0/100 78/100
75 05251 Dorset VT 0/100 79/100
76 05252 East Arlington VT 0/100 63/100
77 05253 East Dorset VT 0/100 64/100
78 05254 Manchester VT 0/100 77/100
79 05255 Manchester Center VT 0/100 72/100
80 05257 North Bennington VT 0/100 63/100
81 05260 North Pownal VT 0/100 63/100
82 05261 Pownal VT 0/100 78/100
83 05262 Shaftsbury VT 0/100 83/100
84 05301 Brattleboro VT 0/100 75/100
85 05302 Brattleboro VT 0/100 80/100
86 05303 Brattleboro VT 0/100 75/100
87 05304 Brattleboro VT 0/100 80/100
88 05340 Bondville VT 0/100 50/100
89 05341 East Dover VT 0/100 63/100
90 05342 Jacksonville VT 0/100 63/100
91 05343 Jamaica VT 0/100 78/100
92 05344 Marlboro VT 0/100 63/100
93 05345 Newfane VT 0/100 55/100
94 05346 Putney VT 0/100 83/100
95 05350 Readsboro VT 0/100 83/100
96 05351 South Newfane VT 0/100 63/100
97 05352 Stamford VT 0/100 63/100
98 05353 Townshend VT 0/100 82/100
99 05354 Vernon VT 0/100 63/100
100 05355 Wardsboro VT 0/100 55/100

Methodology

Safest gas rankings show ZIP codes with the lowest PHMSA gas distribution incident risk scores. A score of 0-5 means the county has no or very few recorded incidents since 2004. Low scores indicate areas with well-maintained gas infrastructure and minimal historical incidents.

Data sources: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), FEMA National Flood Insurance Program, EPA radon zone maps, EIA electricity rates, and Consumer Confidence Reports. Last updated: 2026-06-04.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes an area safe from gas incidents?

Low gas risk areas typically have newer pipeline infrastructure, fewer distribution lines per capita, or areas that rely less on natural gas for heating. However, individual home safety still depends on appliance maintenance and CO detector placement.

Should I still install CO detectors in low-risk areas?

Yes. The CPSC recommends CO detectors in every home regardless of area risk. Carbon monoxide can come from any fuel-burning appliance — furnaces, water heaters, fireplaces, generators, and even attached garages.

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Disclaimer: Rankings are based on EPA, FEMA, and federal agency data. They reflect historical patterns and risk indicators, not necessarily current conditions. For the most current information, contact your local water utility or request a Consumer Confidence Report.

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