Cost of Living in Benson, VT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
80.8
100 = national avg
-19.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$35,555
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$84,039
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing107.3
Food75.4
Transportation50.8
Healthcare80.3
Utilities86.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,026
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,345
per month
The overall cost of living index in Benson is 80.8, which is 19.2% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 107.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $35,555 per year to cover basic expenses.