Cost of Living in Chelsea, VT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
88.9
100 = national avg
-11.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,136
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$92,503
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing107.0
Food84.6
Transportation69.3
Healthcare87.7
Utilities92.2
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,167
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,362
per month
The overall cost of living index in Chelsea is 88.9, which is 11.1% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 107.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,136 per year to cover basic expenses.