Cost of Living in Hardwick, VT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
83.2
100 = national avg
-16.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$36,610
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$86,533
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing98.3
Food81.8
Transportation63.7
Healthcare85.5
Utilities88.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$992
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,159
per month
The overall cost of living index in Hardwick is 83.2, which is 16.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 98.3. A single adult needs to earn approximately $36,610 per year to cover basic expenses.