Geography of Rutland
Rutland, Vermont, the second largest city in the state and the seat of Rutland County. The city is on Otter Creek, 55 miles (89 km) southwest of Montpelier. Rutland is a shipping center for Vermont's marble quarrying and finishing industries. Other products include scales, fire clay, medical supplies, and clothing. The city is headquarters for the Green Mountain National Forest, a popular tourist area. Rutland was settled in 1770 and became a city in 1893.
Population: 17,292.