Cost of Living in Burlington, VT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
138.4
100 = national avg
+38.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$60,914
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$143,978
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing205.6
Food102.6
Transportation85.3
Healthcare102.1
Utilities122.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,651
per month
2 Bedroom
$2,140
per month
The overall cost of living index in Burlington is 138.4, which is 38.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 205.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $60,914 per year to cover basic expenses.