Cost of Living in Jamaica, VT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
136.4
100 = national avg
+36.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$60,029
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$141,886
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing172.6
Food112.0
Transportation116.6
Healthcare109.6
Utilities121.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,161
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,423
per month
The overall cost of living index in Jamaica is 136.4, which is 36.4% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 172.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $60,029 per year to cover basic expenses.