Cost of Living in Arlington, VT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
115.8
100 = national avg
+15.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$50,941
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$120,406
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing128.4
Food105.9
Transportation111.8
Healthcare104.7
Utilities109.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,142
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,297
per month
The overall cost of living index in Arlington is 115.8, which is 15.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 128.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $50,941 per year to cover basic expenses.