VHFA Median wage by occupation (Healthcare Support Occupations, 2019): Burlington-South Burlington Metro: Housing Wage $61,760; Median annual wage $30,860; Additional income needed = $30,900. Northern VT Nonmetro: Housing Wage $38,383; Median annual wage $31,040; Additional income needed = $7,343. Southern VT Nonmetro: Housing Wage $38,383; Median annual wage $31,140; Additional income needed = $7,243.