Vermont Gerontologist Salaries - VT

By Laura Wrede, allied health world contributing writer
Published: July, 22 2010

According to the US Census Bureau, the population for citizens in Vermont over the age of 65 is more than 20%. This demographic is expected to increase over the next thirty years.  As a graduate with a degree specific to gerontology, you will have plenty of job opportunities after you get out of school.

Jobs that have a component focused on older adults can include:

• Healthcare
• Consultants (both private corporations and government organizations)
• Caseworkers and managers
• Facility managers for places such as rehabilitation facilities and long term care
• Residential homes
• Advocacy careers
• Legal aid
• Lifelong learning
• Public policy on aging

One place that is dedicated specifically to careers in gerontology is agework.org (http://agework.geron.org). Check here often to keep on top of what jobs are offered in this specialized field of human service. One other resource you may find useful is the council on aging for Southeastern Vermont
(http://www.coasevt.org/index.html).

Gerontologist salary in Vermont will vary based on the degree you choose and where you live. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, financial managers in major cities are among the top 25 highest paid occupations, with an annual income average of $103,000. Sociologists and political scientists earn about the same. Medical and Health Services Managers, earn an average of $87,000. Any of these occupations in Vermont can be tailored to focus on gerontology.