Cost of Living in Manchester, VT
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
112.9
100 = national avg
+12.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$49,654
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$117,365
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing139.5
Food98.0
Transportation96.0
Healthcare98.4
Utilities106.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$1,142
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,297
per month
The overall cost of living index in Manchester is 112.9, which is 12.9% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 139.5. A single adult needs to earn approximately $49,654 per year to cover basic expenses.