Cost of Living in Chester, VT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
111.7
100 = national avg
+11.7 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,151
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$116,175
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing127.3
Food101.8
Transportation103.6
Healthcare101.4
Utilities106.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,168
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,362
per month
The overall cost of living index in Chester is 111.7, which is 11.7% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 127.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,151 per year to cover basic expenses.